06 05 2002 Council Agenda
TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE
COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
DATE:
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5,2002
TIME: 7:00 p.m.
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1. OPENING OF MEETING BY MAYOR
2. PRAYER
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SWEARING IN OF DONALD BELL - COUNCILLOR WARD 1.
3. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
4. "DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE
THEREOF - IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ACT"
5. RECOGNITION OF ACHIEVEMENTS
6. MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS
a) Minutes of Special Council Meeting held Wednesday, May 15, 2002 @ 5:30 pm.
b) Minutes of Special Council Meeting held Wednesday, May 15, 2002 @ 6:30 pm.
c) Minutes of Regular Council Meeting held Wednesday, May 15, 2002 @ 7:00 pm.
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7. CONSENT AGENDA CORRESPONDENCE:
a) Correspondence re: Proposed Park at Pods Lane and Alpine Way in Horseshoe
Highlands from:
~ Norman Saville and Lise Hansen
~ Kara and Bruce Plummer
~ Terry and Wanda Sallows
~ Sheila Smith
~ Gabriele Robinson
~ Wayne and Dawn Gorecki
~ Elizabeth and Jack Pearce
~ Gordon and Frances Martyn
~ Douglas & Carolyn Comrie
~ Mr. & Mrs. R. Dory
~ John Richard Patton
~ Kathy and Gary Lewis
~ Dwight and Audrey Evans
~ D.J. Charles
~ D.J. Charles, Executive Member, Jarratt-Coulson & District Community
Group Inc.
~ Joe, Eileen and Jim McLean, and Eldon and Shirley Atkinson
b) Correspondence re: Official Plan Review from:
c) Helen MacRae, Chief Administrative Officer-Clerk, County of Simcoe re:
Simcoe County Council - April 23, 2002, By-law to Change Composition and
Size of County Council.
d) Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority Meeting minutes dated, Friday,
April 26, 2002.
e) Orillia Public Library Board Minutes dated, April 24, 2002.
f) Ontario Municipal Board re: Decision delivered by Ronald J. Emo and Order of
the Board dated May 16, 2002. Decision/Order No. 0590.
g) Ontario Arts Council 1999/2000 and 2001/2002 Annual Reports. (Reports are
available in the Clerk's office for review).
h) Beverley Hubatsch, Chair, Oro-Medonte Community Policing Committee re:
Thank you for support.
i) Midland Public Library Board Meeting minutes dated, April 11, 2002.
j) Correspondence addressed to Mike Drum, Lake Simcoe Regional Airport from
Don Haney, President, Burl's Creek Family Event Park, dated May 29,2002 re:
Air Show and Automotive Flea Market scheduling.
8. DEPUTATIONS:
7:15 p.m.
Mr. Jack Pearce re: Proposed Park at Pods Lane and Alpine way
in Horseshoe Highlands.
9. REPORTS OF MUNICIPAL OFFICERS:
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a) Report No. ADM2002-24, Marilyn Pennycook, Clerk, re: Proposed Street
Names for Horseshoe Valley Subdivision, (Concession 4, Part Lots 3 & 4 Ora)
by Laurel View Homes.
b) Report No. PD2002-23, Andria Leigh, Township Planner, re: Draft Approved
Plan of Subdivision (Gordon Mackie), Concession 11, Part of Lot 1, (Oro), Draft
Plan Approval #43T-90050.
c) Report No. PD2002-25, Andria Leigh, Township Planner, re: Proposed Zoning
by-Law Amendment for Eric Bowes and Dawn Braden, Concession 4, South
Part of Lot 8 (Oro) Development Application P-97-99.
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d) Fire Report No. 2002-07, Paul Eenhoorn, Fire Chief, re: Monthly Fire Report for
April 2002.
e) Report No. 2002-35, Keith Mathieson, Director of Engineering and
Environmental Services, re: Sugarbush Subdivision - Phase III, Stave IV - Pre-
Servicing Agreement, Section "B".
10. COMMUNICATIONS:
a) Correspondence received from Paul DeVillers, M.P. for Simcoe North re:
Commemorative Medal for the Queen's Golden Jubilee. Deadline for
nominations is June 30, 2002.
b) Correspondence received from Ms Susan Grant, Treasurer, Jarratt Community
Hall, re: Capital Expenses - Jarratt Community Hall.
c) Correspondence received from Ms Rosmary Dunsmore re: Donor Recognition
on Trail.
d) Correspondence received from Mr. John Dunsmore re: Donor Recognition on
Trail.
e) Correspondence received from Mr. J.R. Liss re: Smoking in Office at Landfill
Site on Horseshoe Valley Road.
f) Correspondence received from Mr. Bruce Waite and Dr. Norman Kee, Co-
Chairs, Doctor's Recruitment Committee.
g) Correspondence received from Mr. Douglas Comrie, received May 9,2002 re:
Pesticide use on private property.
h) Correspondence received from Peter and Carolyn Bucik, received May 27,2002
re: Pesticide use of private property.
i) Correspondence received from Mr. Harold Devine, dated May 27,2002, re:
Pallets North.
11. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES:
a) Minutes of Committee of the Whole Meeting held Wednesday, May 22,
2002.
b) Minutes of the Planning Advisory Committee Meeting held May 28,2002.
12. PETITIONS:
Nil.
13. UNFINISHED OR NEW BUSINESS:
Nil.
14. BY-LAWS:
a)
By-Law No. 2002-056
b)
By-Law No. 2002-063
c)
By-law No. 2002-066
d)
By-law No. 2002-67
15. IN-CAMERA:
Being a By-law to adopt the estimates of all amounts
required during the year for levying the tax rates for
the year 2002.
Being a By-Law to Authorize the Execution of a Site
Plan Control Agreement between Jess-Cor Holdings
Inc. and The Corporation of the Township of Oro-
Medonte, described as lands as follows:
Parcel 21-14, Section 51 - Oro - 5, being Part 2,
51R-19930, being all of PIN #58550-1032 (Lt),
Township of Oro-Medonte.
Being a By-law to Authorize the Executive of an
Agreement between the Township of Oro-Medonte
and Municipal Property Assessment Corporation for
the provision of a Vacancy Verification Service.
Being a By-Law to Authorize the Execution of a Pre-
Service Agreement (Monica Interior Design Ltd. And
Modco Investments Ltd., Phase III, Stage IV, Section
"B")
a) Jennifer Zieleniewski, CAO, re: Property Matter "Edgar".
16. CONFIRMATION BY-LAW NO. 2002-064.
17. ADJOURNMENT:
18. QUESTIONS:
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May 16, 2002
Mayor Neil Craig
Township of Oro-Medonte
Township Offices
P.O. Box 100
Oro ON
LDL 2X0
Subject: Proposed park at Pods Lane and Alpine Way in Horseshoe Highlands:
Dear Mayor Neil Craig:
We write to you in concern for, and in opposition to, the proposal to develop a park/playground on
TO\vnship ow11ed property at the comer of Pods Lane and Alpine Way in Horseshoe Highlands.
We are property owners and residents at 27 Alpine Way. This property is in visual contact with the
proposed park. While woe are in support of park facilities in our area we de not support the proposed site
for these facilities.
We acknowledge that almost no one wants to have a park in their back yard (the NIMBY phenomena). We
would, however, like to bring to your attention several good reasons why this piece of property should not
be the place selected for any park in this area:
I)Not Central: While this proposal would clearly be convenient for the proponents of the proposal it
would, in our view, be a selfish use of public money to locate any area facility within walking distance of
the proponents while making it totally inconvenient to the residents of the valley, Cathedral Pines, Ora
Hills, and Sugar Bush. The HVPOA have proposed a park on the 4th Line Township owned property
adjacent to the fire hall and police station. This proposal has our support.
2) Unrealistic Fund Raising Expectations: It is our understanding that the proponents of the Pods Lane
proposal are committed to fundraising approximately twenty thousand dollars ($20,000.00). Given the
population base that this park would serve we believe this goal to be totally unrealistic. Should the Pods
Lane plan be approved, Council should require the proponents to have their funds in hand, or post a bond,
before any of the Townships funds are committed, or work started.
3) Adjacent Property Values: It is our understanding that the proponents of the Pods Lane proposal are
committed to the beautification and upkeep of this park. While this is laudable, it is unrealistic to expect
thatthls can be a long-term commitment_ Ifnot immediately, then ce:rtainlyin the future, the cost of
maintenance and upkeep of the site will fall to the public purse. This would of course be the case for any
site developed. What we can assure you is that my neighbours, and ourselves, will be on your staff
constantly to maintain this site. We will not allow our property values to be reduced by a poorly
maintained park on our door step.
4) Property Development Costs: Most importantly, to turn this piece of property into a park will require
major development including removal of trees and regrading the lot to alter the current area drainage. We
understand your roads department have visited the site and have detennined that the site development will
cost about twelve thousand dollars ($12,000.00). We have also visited the site and, after having recently
landscaped our own lot, we simply do not believe that $12,000.00 will make this site usable as a park. The
site is low, and when the roads were installed the water runofftrom Pods Lane, Nordic as far as Chestnut,
and Alpine Way both ways flows to that lot and through to the golf course (the lot is at the bottom of a
bowl with a drain through to the golf course). The work required will necessitate major tree removal and
we fee! that is unjustified.
Beyond the points made above we must tell you that our neighbours and ourselves feel betrayed by the
process that has led to our position today. The park proponents made a presentation to Council in February
2002. It was only by chance that one of the opponents, Mr. Dory, found out about this meeting and was
able to have his name added to the list of those allowed to speak. Many other opponents would have
spoken had we been aware of the meeting and the process. There was a second meeting in March 2002, the
proponents spoke to the proposal, Mr. Dory spoke in opposition and Mr. Haggarty made an alternative
proposal on behalf of the HVPO A. Again the opponents had no advance notice of the meeting and where
precluded trom speaking against the proposal. There was a recent third meeting of the Recreation Council
and again the property owners immediately adjacent to the Pods Lane site were not advised nor invited so
they could have some input to the decision that was ultimately made. We, the neighbours immediately
adjacent to the proposed site, believe we should have been made aware of all meetings that dealt with any
plans to develop a public property adjacent to ours. We would like an opportunity to have all of our
concerns officially heard in an open forum and with appropriate notice to all concerned.
We believe that Council should send the Recreation Council's proposal back to the Council for full and
complete consultation with all stake holders before finally deciding to accept or reject the plan.
Notwithstanding anything said above, should Council decide to proceed with the recommendation of the
Recreation Council, we believe that fairness would dictate that the neighbours immediately adjacent to the
Pods Lane property be consulted about the exact development proposal.
Thank you for your time. We trust Council will consider not only the proponents and the Recreation
Council recommendations but also what the opponents have to say. There also needs to be consideration
that perhaps the process has been flawed.
Nonnan Savill / Lise Hansen
cc: Deputy Mayor Mr. Walter Dickie
Councilor Ward #1 Mr. Don Bell
Councilor Ward #2 Mr. Ralph Hough
Councilor Ward #3 Mr. Paul Marshall
Councilor Ward #4 Mr. Harry Hughes
Councilor Word #5 Ms.. Ruth Fountain
CAO Ms. Jennifer Zieleniewski
Clerk of Township Ms. Marilyn Pennycook
Mr. Chris Carter
President HVPOA Mr. Jack Haggarty
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P.O. Box 100
Oro, ON LOL 2XO
Attn: Walter Dickie, Councillor
May 15, 2002
Re: Proposed PlaygroundslPark at the corner of Alpine Drive & Pods Lane - Horseshoe Highlands Subdivision
We would like to strongly express our opposition to this playground/park in our community. Even though there are a
number of families now residing in our community, the lots sizes are more than large enough for children to play in
their own yards while being supervised by their parent or guardian. We feel that this is unwarranted and totally
unnecessary expenditure of our tax dollars, especially since there is a more appropriate already designated as a park,
right near the new police station on the 4th Line ofOro. Would this not be the most suitable and logical alternative to
this issue and should the parents not find great comfort in knowing that their children would be safer in that
environment? We do not have any children of our own, however, we have witnessed many parents (in various
environments) who simply let their children go unsupervised and are suddenly surprised when something happens to
their child. Perhaps council should consider that the reason why parents want the park just down the street is so they
could send their small child to play to a location close by, on the "assumption" that no harm could come to their
children while playing alone in such a loving and safe community. We have all heard of many problems that occur in
such "safe" communities, and unfortunately, that's life in the 2151 century.
It seems that not much thought has been given to this issue, nor have the (mostly retired) people of our community
been adequately informed about this matter. We believe that all of the residents should be given the opportunity to
express their views on this issue, before it gets any sort of approval by council. It is the tax dollars of all residents that
are being spent, and not just those select residents who simply do not wish to walk a bit further to attend a park in a
more suitable location. We understand that council is apparently hearing this matter on June 5th and we would like our
views heard as concerned residents who don't live near the Alpine site. We would also like to point out that the original
survey that was conducted by the proponents of the park did not account for any "Opposed" responses, nor was the
question worded properly such that a proper opinion could be expressed.
We trust that only the most suitable and appropriate site will be approved by council, in view of the opinion of all
residents as we are all concerned about the "happenings" in our community and want to maintain the safe
neighbourhood as it stands today. We were also assured by the HVPOA that our concerns had been heard, however, it
appears that there is still some misunderstanding about our views on this issue, thus the reason that this letter has been
drafted.
Yours truly,
Kara and Bruce Plummer
107 Highland Drive
Shanty Bay, ON LOL 2LO
835-3730
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To:
Subject:
Terry Sallows [tsallows@sympatico.ca]
May 9,20022:11 PM
clerk@township.oro-medonte.on.ca
Park/Play Area Alpine & Pods Lane
Dear Mayor Craig & Councilors;
It has come to our attention certain indivduals are attempting to have the township develop a park/play area at Alpine Way
& Pods Lane.
Please be advised that we totally object to this location which is kiddy corner to our property at 15 Alpine Way.
All people I have discussed this with also object to this location and comment that it should be developed over by our new
OPP station.My understaning is their is provisions made for this location on Line 4.
Please don't get us wrong we oppose only the location not a park/play area we both love kids.
Sincerely
Terry & Wanda
15 Alpine Way
Shanty Bay (Horseshoe Valley)
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Subject:
Sheila Smith [don.s@sympatico.ca]
Monday, May 20, 2002 5:15 PM
Chris Carter
Pods Lane Playground - I'm in favour of it!
May 20, 2002
Dear Chris Carter.
r I have just received a copy of a letter sent to you by Jack Haggerty,
President of the Horseshoe valley Property Owners' Association (HVPOA)
I am a member of the HVPOA and I disagree with Jack's stand on the
matter.
I think a neighbourhood playground in the Highlands of Horseshoe is a
great
idea.
The Highlands has become a wonderfully diverse community with people of
all
ages. This is quite different than the original concept of retired
people
spending their time golfing and skiing. We now have babies, children,
teenagers, mothers, fathers, men women, working, non-working, retired,
etc.
Some of them ski and/or golf. These activities provide them with a
means to
meet and make friends with others in the community. A playground would
be a
welcome addition to the neighbourhood. It would provide a meeting place
for
everyone whether or not they can afford to ski and/or golf.
Jack has expressed to me the opinion that the mothers are being selfish
to
want a playground in their neighbourhood when the larger one he proposes
would be available to more people from a wider area. He has also
expressed
the opinion as noted in a recent publication of the Barrie Examiner that
he
is concerned that teenage toughs will hang out in the neighbourhood park
and
cause trouble. This latter argument was also used to help defeat the
creation of a small park on a piece of land that was designated for the
purpose just down the street from Jack's home a few years ago.
I disagree with both of the arguments.
I do not think the mothers are being selfish. I think there is a real
benefit to be realized for these mothers to have a place to which they
can
walk, provide entertainment for their small children and meet other
people.
Being a mother with young children can be very isolating. An
opportunity to
socialize without having to first get into a car and drive somewhere is
invaluable. "It takes a village to raise a child" is an idea that is
often
expressed. A common meeting place will enable members of the community
to
get to know other people. Friendships will be formed between adults and
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CJllults', children and children and adults and children. Children will
feel
safer because strangers do not surround them. A local park will give
children a place to play after school and establish friendships within
their
neighbourhood. This is important for children who are bussed over 10
kilometres to school every day.
I welcome the idea of a place for teenagers to "hang out" (meet and talk
to
each other). This is important for them too. I disagree with the
commonly
held prejudice that teenagers are
of a
hat. In my experience, teenagers
and
enthusiasm. They will find things
and
entertaining for them.
believe
they will think twice
community. They will
that has provided the
toughs that cause trouble at the drop
are people with a great deal of energy
to do with each other that are fun
If they do think about causing trouble, I
because they and their parents are known in the
be known in part because of the neighbourhood park
opportunity for the community to get to know them.
I hope you will proceed with the Pods Lane Park. I think it will be a
very
good thing for our community.
Thank you
Sheila Smith,
25 Highland Drive
Highlands of Horseshoe
835-2423
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Sent: Tuesday, May 21,2002 8:43 AM
To: clerk@township.oro-medonte.on.ca
Subject: Fw: Proposed Playground at Alpine Way and Pod's Lane
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Subject: Proposed Playground at Alpine Way and Pod's Lane
To: Walter Dickie
Councellor
Township Office of Oro-Medonte
Monday, May 20, 2002
1 Pod's Lane
Horseshoe Valley
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Shanty Bay, ON LOL 2LO
Subject: Proposed Playground at Alpine Way and Pod's Lane
I write to oppose and protest about the proposed playground which has been
suggested at the comer of Alpine Way and Pod's Lane.
I and other residents in the area (who I am sure win be contacting you) are upset by
the way that this whole matter has been handled.
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Other residents inform me that the council has already approved the idea. If this is true
I am very disappointed with the underhand way in which this scheme has been
maneuvered without proper consultation with my neighbors and myself.
If it is not true that the scheme has been approved please let me inform you now that I,
and my neighbors, are decidedly against having a playground so close to our houses
and the main road junction.
We are all concerned about the extra cars which would be attracted to the junction,
especially as some parents would drive their children to the park. There is insufficient
space in the area to park cars whichout being close to the junction and the extra traffic
hazards and the risk to the children in being so near is, we feel unacceptable.
The scheme, as you will notice from my address, is immediately adjacent to my
property. Why was I not informed of the meeting discussing this and why were my
views not sought on the matter.
We knew nothing about the meeting of the recreational department who has discussed
the proposed playground and its location.
The ideal location, as suggested by the Horseshoe Valley Property Owners
Association (HVPOA) is at the fire hall and police station. This area, being further
away from busy road intersections and on the much larger site, would be much safer
for all concerned. The proximity to police and paramedics would, we feel, give the
added benefits of complete security and care for the children concerned.
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Re: Park Proposal at the corner of Pod's Lane and Alpine Way, Horseshoe Highlands
Dear Council Member:
It has come to my attention that several people have been lobbying for a children's
playground at the corner of Pod's Lane and Alpine Way, Horseshoe Highlands. The
methods used to lobby for said playground has been misleading and or misunderstood at
best. I live at 4 Pod's Lane which puts us diagonally across to the location ofthis
playground. The people lobbying apparently went around to homes of people who would
be in agreement for the playground. We weren't asked until well after the lobbying started
and there are a lot of people against the location of this playground,
The concerns and reasons I am against this location are as follows:
- The clearing of trees taking away ffom the area, spoiling the uniqueness of this area.
It becomes more like living in the city.
- The cost and upkeep of the equipment. I have to look at it everyday, who will provide
this and at what level?
- Garbage pickup ffom kids, parents, dogs, general cleanup, who will do and how often?
Again, I have to look at it daily.
- Potential hangout for teenagers during late hours. We have already experienced some
older kids in the bushes in the area. I don't want to provide a meeting ground for them
across ffom my house.
- The noise ffom kids, and parents playing or disciplining kids is not unusual for
playground activities. Local neighbours may find it bothersome.
- Parents sending children to the park unsupervised will rid them of the noise and
responsibility and transfer it over to us. Myself and several others in the near vicinity
work shift work.
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- This playground location is located on the comer of Pod's Lane and Alpine Way,
Alpine Way is a major road with a lot of fast traffic and the location of the playground
is at the bottom of a hill putting the kids at risk from traffic if they run across the road, say
chasing a ball or just wandering_ Limited space will also create parking problems.
- The effect of property value in immediate area. It is okay if you don't live in the near
vicinity of the playground. You benefit, but I live across from it and it will have a definite
impact on my resale value. Kids don't stay small for long, but the effects of the
playground are long term.
- The people lobbying for this location were asked if they would agree to a playground
placed in front of or near their house. They answered no. If they don't want their own
children playing near their house why should 1. My children are older and wouldn't be
using the playground for what it is meant for and I moved out to the Highlands because
it is peaceful and picturesque. I used to live near a playground and have experience with
the goings on. They are great, but not for the houses near them.
- There is also a drain problem at this intersection that myself and some of our neighbours
are trying to find a solution. It would pain me if money was put up for a playground and
nothing done about this drainage problem.
I am also under the understanding that there is an area set aside for a park, playground
and soccer/baseball field. The location to my knowledge is on the fourth line beside the
Fire Hall and Police Station. This location is much more central to the whole area serving
many more people. There are no houses directly affected. It will offer much greater
activities and is right beside a police station for safety and security.
In summary the playground location on the comer of Alpine Way and Pod's Lane
would benefit a few people, but at what cost. It brings up many questions and concerns,
few of which effect the people lobbying for the location. It hasn't been thought out with
an open mind and no consideration given to future problems and concerns. I look forward
to being here and enjoying my retirement years in this lovely, quiet, serene area. I
apologize for any abruptness there might be in my letter, but this is important to myself
and my family and surrounding neighbours.
If you have any questions or need clarification, please feel free to contact myself or my
wife Dawn, at (705) 835-0294.
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Dear Mayor Craig & Councilors:
We understand the township of Oro-Medonte, Parks and Recreation Department is
considering a request for creating a children's playground on the comer of Alpine Way
and Pod's Lane. For several reasons, we are very opposed to this greenspace being used
for this purpose.
This Block is bisected by a ravine and is the only drainage route for this area. If this
drainage route was eliminated, flooding of neighbouring properties could occur. This
Block which remains in its natural state is the only portion ofland in the area to remain
so. In its natural state, this Block is the only local refuge for birds and small animals.
Also, it is the only remaining local catchment basin for the aquifer below this area. To
rebuild this lot would be quite expensive. The elimination of more natural vegetation
would be disappointing as the plan for smaller lots in the new phase of development has
already negatively impacted on the natural aesthetics of the area.
The majority of residents bordering this area do not have young children. Many are
retired. Families with preschoolers and primary grade children have equipment in their
own yards so that they may be supervised more effectively. We do not feel a park at this
location would be economically a good investment
Another concern is that this area may become an unsupervised hangout for young people
in the evening possibly leading to vandalism.
We would recommend that the block on Line 4 adjacent to the Fire Hall already
designated parkland encompass a complete facility enabling all ages to benefit from a
well-planned family recreational area. This plan would also be fiscally more sound.
We feel the negative concerns of creating a park at the corner of AlpineWay and Pod's
Lane far outweigh any perceived advantages.
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Mayor Craig and Councilors,
It is my understanding that consideration for a playground in the Horseshoe Highlands at
the corner of Pods Lane and Alpine Way is underway. We wish to express our strong opposition
to this proposal.
We are retired people but have grand children that visit us frequently, so our objection is
not with the concept of a playground. We object with the location.
The proposed wood lot at the corner of Pods Lane and Alpine Way is low lying with a
water course through it. Unless the structure to this lot was remarkably changed it will remain as
it is - one of the last places to dry out after a rain. Further to this water course situation, the
impact on the neighbouring lots as well as to the road at the intersection of Pods and Alpine, may
well lead to flooding.
The neighbourhood that is in close proximity to this lot consists mainly of retired people
or 'empty nesters' who are not in favor of a playground with it's impact upon their lives that they
wish to lead having located in this place with the understanding that this lot was to be a Green
Belt or 'no build lot'. This lot was NOT designated for the purpose of a playground at the time
the present owners, taxpayers and voters bought these lots.
It is my further understanding that a plan has been in the works for a more comprehensive
playground facility close to the Firehall on the Forth Line. Now that the O.P.P. are located in the
same area, what a magnificent controlled location for a playground, with these two services being
present adjacent to such a thoughtfully placed playground facility. Such a location resists the
vandalism, drinking and drug scene that destroys most such facilities. This location would be
one that I would be happy to support and take my grandkids to enjoy. Furthermore, the
experience of walking on a woodlot in the middle of a residential setting, at the corner of Pods
and Alpine, with the birds and other wildlife still present would continue to be available for
years to come. This to me seems to be strongly in keeping with the image of Oro-Medonte.
In conclusion, we strongly hope you will use the foresight that has been so characteristic
of the major decisions made previously by the council of Oro-Medonte and reject developement
of the lot on the corner of Pods Lane and Alpine Way.
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Mayor Neil Craig & Councilors
Oro-Medonte Township
Box 100
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Dear Mayor Craig & Councilors:
Re: Block 104 of Plan 51M-456, Alpine Way & Pods Lane - Horseshoe Valley
It has come to our attention that certain miss-guided individuals are attempting to have
the township develop block 104 (bounded by Alpine Way & Pods Lane) into a park/play
ground area. This letter will serve to fonnally present our vehement objection to such an
undertaking and the associated rational for our position. We find it almost unbelievable
that there has been no attempt rrom the Township or the women spear heading this
development, to contact or discuss the proposal with the property owners affected by this
park. We live directly beside block 104 and would be greatly impacted the most by its
development. This underhanded sneaky approach will not be tolerated and we will
outline the legal action we will pursue if this development is not dropped immediately.
We moved to this area specifically because of its nonnal unspoiled beauty and abundant
green space and not for urban development. It would be nice to keep this green space in
our area.
Reasons for obiection to develooment:
o Surface water flow from the western portion of Alpine Way and rrom Pods Lane
drains through a natural drainage channel through block 104. Alternation to the
topography of block 104 would alter this drainage pattern and cause potential
flooding of adjacent properties. This is unacceptable.
o Ground water flow - This is a groundwater recharge area and as such, must be
protected from potential degradation due to potential spills of gasoline or oils
which it would be exposed to both during potential development and on-going
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maintenance of the property. Any development potentially impacting
groundwater flow or quality is subject to an Environmental Protection At of
Ontario. The local residents would demand that the Township prior to site
development/alteration conduct an environmental impact study.
o Humus laver destruction - This development would lead to destruction of the
natural humus layer on the property thus leaving if susceptible to erosion, as many
scopes are greater than 3%. Additionally, with the spongy humus layer gone, it
would leave the sand host to the aquifer exposed to potential surface impacts.
o Ve2etation removal- Enough trees have been destroyed in this area. We need to
preserve our trees for protection and habitat provision to local bird species.
Numerous nesting zones would be destroyed if this block were impacted by
development. One of the environmental comer stones of this region should be
protection of our treed/forested areas.
o Aesthetics - One of the advantages of the HigWands development is the fact that
homes are not built one a-top of the other as in Toronto/Mississauga type fashion
and we have true unspoiled "green" zones. To develop block 104 would detract
from the local aesthetics and lead to a decrease in local housing values. This is
completely unacceptable. If these women want a park close, why not put fight for
the green space on their street, why pick our street????
o Alternate parkJand desi2nated development - Provision has already been made
for development of a park facility on line 4 adjacent the new OPP station. This
site makes perfect sense as it can be properly monitored and developed with
minimal impact to local residents and their housing values. This facility is in easv
reach of all local residents and does not necessitate the development of a
"satellite" park on block 104. Another question, most of these families with
children have play ground equipment in their back yards, how much time would
they actually spend on block 104 with their children?? Not to mention this would
promote a hang out for teenagers.
o Financial- We did not realize that our Township had such an excess offunds
that it could develop duplicate recreational facilities which in fact were not
needed. Lets utilize these funds for socially responsible programs leading to net
social gains not ne2ative environmental and socio impacts.
o Social responsibility - As our elected officials you are entrusted with the wise
and prudent administration of the local infrastructure of where we live - Oro-
Medonte Township. This is an important stewardship, which should consider
local impacts seriously, and not in isolation or subversive ness. Council would be
wise to consider the wants and desires of the majority and not the voice of a
lesser-misguided self-serving component of our society.
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We have presented our arguments for why this block ofland (104) should maintain its
natural setting and habitat. If the Township continues down this development path, we
will have not option but to file formally with Ontario Ministry of the Environment and
force an environmental impact study for development of this ecologically sensitive area.
Additionally, my very close friend, Mr. Gord Miller, Environmental Commissioner of
Ontario will be contacted and requested to provide our local residents with political help.
I have contacted our corporate lawyers in Toronto and informed them of developments to
date. They await further instruction.
We request to be advised in writing, of any further council meetings regarding this matter
so they we may attend to defend our "green space". We also request that you/council
cease consideration of development of block 104, as it is not in the best interest of our
local community. I would also ask that you/council communicate with those who will be
most impacted by this potential development. I also expect to be informed that this "hair
brained" idea has been scrapped.
I await your/council's reply.
Cc: Local residents, McCarthy Tetrault, Toronto
Dear Member of Council,
I am concerned about an issue that Council will be debating - restrictions and possible ban on
pesticides on private property.
As a responsible homeowner, I work hard at maintaining my property to ensure I have a healthy
lawn and garden. I utilize a professional lawn care service to ensure a safe and healthy
landscape.
This issue is important to me. I do not want my property to be overrun with weeds and insects
like some city parks and boulevards. I also do not want to risk losing my entire lawn to a grub or
chinch bug infestation. Weeds not only are unsightly, but they compete with my grass, attract
insects, and cause allergic reactions and breathing problems.
Funhennore, I do not want my property value drop after many years of hard work.
I am asking that you oppose such drastic measures as a ban or other restrictions that limit my
choice as to how I maintain my property. All lawn care products available in Canada have been
thoroughly researched and tested and deemed legal and safe by our federal and provincial
governments. Lawn care professionals that apply these products are licensed and highly
regulated by the Ministry of the Environment. I cherish the quiet enjoyment of my home and
landscape and do not want these rights taken away.
I trust you will consider my views as Council debates the issues. Please vote against any ban or
restriction of pesticide use on private property.
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I am writing this letter to advise you that we are opposed to the park that is being
considered at the corner of Pods Lane and Alpine Way. I spoke at the Council of the
Wh~e on February 27th, 2002 and at that time spoke of eight specific reasons that this
park should not be placed at this location. These reasons were noted by Council and at
that time I advised you that ALL of the people living in the immediate area who would
be most affected by this proposed park felt the same way. After speaking with these
people again it would appear that they are more adamant against the park then I originally
thought and that several of them will write you letters explaining their reasons. It is
curious to us that this location was brought to Council a few years ago for a park and was
turned down at that time. We also find it peculiar that a park was proposed on Fairway
Courtbut Council also turned down this location as the neighbours in that area were
agairl%t such a park. It is quite obvious that these small parks are not what the people in
this area want or need, regardless of what street they are proposed for.
After listening to the meetings at Council and the park group's presentation, it appears
that the only legitimate reason for putting this park at this location is that it would be
close to the people's homes that are lobbying for the park. They have brought various
red herrings into play that just doesn't hold water. The area has changed and there are
more children in the area but certainly not to the extent that has been presented and the
fact remains that most people living in the area are empty nesters. There are only two
houses in the immediate area that have children and both households are against any park
at this location. The speed factor that was given as a concern is erroneous as both the
Fourth Line and Alpine Way have the same speed limit of 50K/Hr... the fact that people
drive faster is another concern but would not make either location more desirable for
safety reasons, in fact the location on the Fourth Line would be better as a Police Station
is located directly beside where a park could be located. This location was actually
designated as a park/community area and should be used as such. Mr. Jack Haggerty
who represents the Home Owners in this area spoke to Council and advised you of what
the MAJORITY of people in this area want... we believe that Mr. Haggerty knows of
what he speaks and advise Council to listen to his presentation.
Most people in this area left subdivisions and came to this location so that they could live
in a natural setting that does not look like a city neighbourhood. This is why we came
here and this is why we want the trees, greenbelts, birds and wildlife to remain as they are
now. This way of life is what is preached in the Townships report on what residents of
Oro-Medonte want. How Council could even consider cutting down trees and putting in
any size park at this location is mind boggling at best in that there is an area on the Fourth
Line that is put aside specifically for this reason. This is the third time that the residents
have spoken against parks in the house areas of Horseshoe Highlands. Now is the time
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people of all ages from Horseshoe, Oro Hills, Cathedral Pines and other communities in
Oro-Medonte. It is incumbent on this Council to say no to the park location at Highlands
and Pods Lane and put in a proper multi-use facility on the Fourth Line. Look to the
future and the big picture of the area... not to a small, poorly planned and shortsighted
idea that would benefit only a small handful of residents. The people that would be most
affected by this small park have spoken and given various reasons why it is not in the
best interests to proceed. We trust that Council will listen to our objections and act in a
responsible manner by turning down the proposal at Alpine Way and Pods Lane and
proceeding with the communities desire for a multi-purpose park on the Fourth Line.
The area residents would be pleased to speak with Councilor any planning committee
regarding any concerns you have regarding our letters and ask that we be notified and
advised prior to any decisions being made on this park. All immediate residents were
only notified about this proposal 3 days before it went to Council of the Whole and some
were not notified at all. Many ofthe residents work or are out of Country and were
unable to attend the various meetings. As we are the home owners who would be most
affected by any decision Council makes we would ask to be contacted and asked for our
input if this goes any further.
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May 27. 2002.
Mr. Neil Craig, Mayor.
Township of Oro-Medonte,
P.O. Box 100.
Oro, Ontario LOL 2XO
Re: Block 104 (Pod's Lane & Alpine Way)
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I am writing you as T have heard by happenstance that a park (Single Use) is being
considered for this location. I have had no formal notification that discussions may
commence concerning this proposal. Has the neighbourhood been infonned of this by
Council?
Is there not a study in existence which addresses suitable potential parklands? Is this
location a recommended venue within this study?
I have concerns about a park being located in the above-mentioned Jocation. They are
as follows:
-have topographical studies been conducted?
-have proper hydrological studies been conducted?
-have traffic pattern studies been conducted?
-have parking issues been addressed?
-have adequate funds been set aside?
-have maintenance/clean-up issues been addressed?
It is my understanding that a park (Multi Use) is planned to be located beside the
Fire Ban on Oro-Medonte Line 4 North. I fully support this location for such a
facility if it meets criteria as set down by the township. If the Line 4 location is to be
developed, I do not see the need for developing another site (Block 104). In addition.
funds which could be used to provide a more comprehensive. safer park on Line 4
may be eroded.
A waiting your reply. in anticipation, I am
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Township of Oro-Medonte
Township Offices
P.O. Box 100
Oro Ontario
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May 30,2002
Subject: Proposed Park at Pods Lane and Alpine Way in Horseshoe Highlands
We write to you in opposition concerning a proposed park at the comer of Pods Lane and Alpine Way in
Horseshoe Highlands.
While we believe there is a need for a community park in the Horseshoe area we do not support a
neighborhood playground at this particular site. Our opposition to a playground park at this site is based on
the following reasons.
#1. The proposed playground park would serve only a very small group of potential users.. Any budgeted
funds for park development would be put to much better use if allocated to another location.
# 2 Many of the natural trees in this area have been taken down for housing development. The environment
is of utmost concern to all and as a great deal offill would be required to level this lot for a suitable
playground a great number of natural trees would eventually die due to the change in their
environment.
#3. The cost of developing and maintaining this playground would be substantial. Drainage is a major
problem at this location and with future development of housing along Alpine Way this drainage
problem would be an even greater issue than it is at present.
#4. Safety for neighborhood children is a must priority. Alpine Way is a very busy street with a 50 KIn
speed limit. Based on our experience while observing school bus children it is safe to assume that
potential users ofthis playground would drive and park in the immediate area thus creating a major
risk to children and a possible liability problem for the township. Additionally, neighborhood parks
provide an opportunistic gathering place for teenagers and potential vandalism to park equipment.
#5 Maintenance of the proposed playground would be a problem. While the playground proponents may be
willing to provide short tenn assistance to the township in this area it is unlikely that they will be willing
to continue to provide this support once their children grow up.
We strongly support a community park in the Horseshoe area. The designated site on the fourth line near
the fire hall and new OPP station is far more suitable than the proposed Alpine & Pods Lane site and would
service a far greater number of potential users. A park at this site would be strongly supported by the
Horseshoe residents and would encourage a community partnership in the development and ongoing
maintenance.
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In closing we encourage you and the councilors to be responsible forward thinkers.
>- Lets put available township funds toward playground equipment at the more appropriate fourth
line site.
>- Clear some land at this site and add some goal posts enabling older children to kick a soccer ball
around.
>- Call this Phase One of a safer, more suitable community park servicing all neighboring residents.
>- Develop a plan for the development of other Phases ofthe park at this site as monies become
available.
Thank you for considering the needs of all of your constituents.
Yours truly
Kathy & Garry Lewis
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CAO Jennifer Zieleniewski /
Mayor Neil Craig
Deputy Mayor WaIter Dickie
Councilor Ward #1 Mr. Don Bell
Councilor Ward #2 Mr. Ralph Hough
Councilor Ward #3 Mr. Paul Marshall
Councilor Ward #4 Mr. Harry Hughes
Councilor Ward #5 Ms. Ruth Fountain
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Mayor & Council,
Corporation of Oro Medonte,
Oro, Ontario
Ann: Andrea Leigh
On May 8th, I attended a meeting on the review of the official plan ofOro Medonte. Although I was unable
to stay until the end of the meeting, I found that the part ofthe meeting I was able to observe was dominated mostly
by special interest groups such as Big Cedar and the Oro Moraine.
My wife, Audrey (nee Johnstone) is a fourth generation Oro resident. We have also owned a property in
Oro Medonte for approximately ten years. We own 148 acres on the 13th Line and of course, enjoy living in Oro
Medonte very much. On our property we have a closed down gravel pit and also a bush area that is separated by
Jackson's creek which is gravely and certainly not capable of being fann land by any stretch of the imagination.
Would it not make more sense to take two or three lots off properties such as this than to make a large
subdivision in one area requiring septic tanks and weBs in close proximity, as well as using extra gravel and gravel
pits to create more roads.
To keep the aesthetics ofOro Medonte as near as possible to the way it now is while creating the
possibility for more homeowners to enjoy our beautiful surroundings could be made possible and viable by using the
Jand that is not farmable and spreading out the septic systems and wells.
We all know that Oro Medonte is going to grow and some constructive, commonsense planning would
make it possible to have the best of all worlds. Lets have a plan that spreads our developments over the whole
township and not focus on high volume concentrated areas.
Thanks you for your consideration.
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May 8,2002
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Box 100
Oro, Ontario
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Attention: Planning Department
Re: Review of Oro-Medonte Official Plan- suggested revision
Reference: Oro-Medonte Official Plan Section 02.3-2 and 02.3, 2.1
Gentlemen:
These sections govern the creation of a new lot in an agricultural area for a
retiring farmer. It appears that often this provision does not serve its intended purpose.
Often such lots are promptly sold for profit, the farm is sold for as much as it was worth
before the severance and the farmer retires elsewhere. We have seen properties that
were joined into one farm years ago, separated anew so that the farmer can sever a lot
off each of them.
These examples show the abuses of the system that contribute to the
fragmentation of agricultural land and lead to infilling contrary to the stated goals of the
Official Plan. While this goes on, some legitimate farmers who would like to retire in
their own home and yet provide a separate home for a son who, with his young family
will carry on farming, cannot do so.
Can we improve these sections of the Official Plan to make them more effective
for legitimate retiring farmers while removing the opportunity for abuse of the Plan's
intent? Should we just delete this controversial provision?
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Gentlemen:
Mr. Ernie Dryden.o(the Oro Moraine Association made the enclosed submission
dated April 9, 2002 to the Oro Moraine Land Use Steering Committee to suggest a
method of accumulating needed hydrogeological and biological data on the Moraine as
needed and at little expense to the Township, even though the budget for study is
limited and the time available for developing detailed standards for land use for
inclusion in the OP Revision is too short.
We feel his suggestion has great merit, not only as an aid to the Land Use
Steering committee, but as an addition to be included in the revision of the Official Plan
itself, providing a means whereby proposed land use changes can receive timely, fu.Uy.
informed consideration by a Council with the tools available to demand and provide the
most complete and up to date information available. this will allow Council to deal with
proposed development as it arrives, "do business" on a daily basis, even though the
Township's broader and overall studies may not yet be complete. This will also supply,
site by site, area by area, information which will complement the information already
available to the Township from it own, and previous, studies.
We suggest that the five points proposed in Mr. Dryden's submission would, with
suitable adjustment of language, fit into the Official Plan in Section A2.1-1. Principles,
under bullet no. 4 to refer specifically to the Moraine, orwith adjustment of ianguage,
under bullet no. 1 to refer to the entire Township.
Thank you for the consideration of this item.
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Jarratt-Coulson & District Community Group Inc.
c/o P.O. Box 201, Orillia, ON L3V 6J3
To: Ora Moraine Land Use Steering Committee Members
SUbject: Proposal for your consideration regarding the Ora Moraine Natural
Heritage Evaluation Study.
Date: April 9, 2002
I believe Dr. Scott's objectives for her Ora Moraine Natural Heritage
Evaluation Study are worthy ones and I hope the methodology she has recommended
will achieve the goal we all want.
There is, however, the nagging problem of the lack of complete site specific
data for the hydrogeological and biological makeup of the Oro Moraine. It would
seem to me that lfWeftad such information, which I understand can only come from
field evaluation, we would have a solid defensible position in future land use
planning.
Needless to say we do not have the resources available to obtain this data
within the time frame which has been set out for producing a revised Official Plan.
With this in mind, I would propose the following:
1) In those areas of the Oro Moraine where data is incomplete, an applicant
seeking a change in land use designation will be required to have a detailed study
made of the biological and hydrogeological makeup of the land under review :....y~lith
the required data in place, an environmental assessment will be made and
presented to Council for it to either accept or reject the application.
2) The cost of such Study and Environmental Assessment will be borne by the
applicant.
3) The Study and Environmental Assessment will be carried out under the
jurisdiction of the appropriate Conservation Authority or R.A.P.
4) The biological and hydrogeological data base would be maintained by one
of the Conservation Authorities. It would also be responsible for updating the data
base as new validated scientific data becomes available.
5) Suitable policies will be required in the Official Plan to 'institutionalize' this
system.
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Dear Orc-Medonte Council,
We farm in Oro-Medonte along the Penetanguishene Road. When the Official Plan was passed
in 1997 our farms were taken out of their original "Agricultural" zoning and put into a "Restricted
Rural" or as the public likes to call it "greenbelt" zoning. We would like to point out that when this
was done we were never notified of any potential changes that were about to occur. Our elected
officials did not contact us. The local ratepayers association did not contact us for our input nor
did the township planner or anyone associated with the Official Plan give us any indication that
the Agricultural zoning, which had been on our land for generations, was about to be changed. In
fact to this day we have not received any official notification.
We have been told by the township planner, Andria Leigh, that there was a public meeting called
with many in attendance from the Shanty Bay Ratepayers Association and that its representative
claimed to speak on our behalf. Apparently there were no objections to the proposed zoning
changes. No one seemed to care that the actual property owners were not present.
Is this what we've become in this township? The people who have moved out here - destroying
bush lots, agricultural land and shoreline to build their homes and septic beds actually have the
nerve to claim they are the protectors of farmland; that they represent the interest of farmers.
What has this "greenbelt" zoning accomplished that the previous agricultural zoning didn't? We
could never build a subdivision on agriculturally zoned land. This zoning change was simply a
mean spirited piece of planning to pacify the NIMBYS - at someone else's expense.
And what of Ora-Medonte's claim to protecting farmland? Since the Official Plan was passed in
1997 Agricultural and Environmentally Protected land on the first concession has been changed
to accommodate a golf course and Agriculturally zoned land north of Shanty Bay has been
rezoned for residential development. Along with this there has been a surge of development
around Barrie Terrace and beyond. Somehow you've showed no resolve to stop development
unless it's at the expense of local farmers.
We have never tried to develop our farms, never graced your council meetings with proposals to
capitalize on the development potential of our land. For the most part we have simply wanted to
be left alone to farm. For all the years that we have given the residents of Oro and Barrie a view
of beautifully maintained farmland, this is a slap in the face.
You can't save farmland unless you treat farmers with respect. Farmers need a reason to keep
farming - a viable alternative to selling their land to speculators. In other areas of the province
people with a genuine interest in farmland preservation have pursued land trusts, agricultural
easements on deeds along with other methods to keep farmland in production. In these cases
farmers with land close to development are compensated for keeping their land as farmland. In
Oro-Medonte you just steal it. By this zoning you have stated loud and clear to every farmer in
this area that they have no rights as land owners and that if they get a good offer from developers
or speculators they should grab it and get out. We can't imagine any other sector of this
community putting up with this treatment.
As you discuss revisions to the Official Plan we request that you change the zoning of our farms
back to their original agricultural classification. Failing that we want to be compensated for the
loss of land value that this zoning has imposed on us.
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The next time the Shanty Bay Ratepayers stand before you with demands ask them what they
are willing to sacrifice to maintain our "rural character", Take them to task for the impact that
their lifestyle has had on farmland,
We look forward to hearing your response.
Yours Truly,
Joe, Eileen and Jim McLean
121 Penetanguishene Road
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MEMORANDUM
TO:
Mayor and Members of Council, Simcoe County Member Municipalities
CAO-Clerks, Simcoe County Member Municipalities
FROM:
Helen MacRae, Chief Administrative Officer-Clerk
SUBJECT:
Simcoe County Council - April 23, 2002
By-law to Change Composition and Size of County Council
This will confirm that, at its meeting of April 23, 2002, Simcoe County Council defeated the By-
law to change the composition and size of County Council and the number of votes given to its
members. As a result of Council's decision, Simcoe County Council will remain at its current
complement of 32 members (Mayors and Deputy Mayors of each member municipality) and will
continue with its current number of weighted votes - that being 108.
Subsequent to this action, Simcoe County Council adopted the following direct motion to
present a by-law to address the issue of weighted votes:
THAT the necessary by-law be presented for consideration to adopt the
following weighted vote formula for County Council:
a) That each local municipality be entitled to a minimum of three
(3) votes.
b) That each local municipality having more than 5,000 municipal electors, be
entitled to one (1) additional vote for every 2,000 Municipal electors over
5,000.
And to provide for the division of the weighted vote between the Mayor and
Deputy Mayor and to establish the process by which the County shall be notified
of the number of electors following each municipal election.
This by-law is currently being drafted and will be presented to Simcoe County Council at its
meeting of May 28,2002. You will be notified following that date as to Council's decision.
Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Helen MacRae,
Chief Administrative Officer-Clerk.
c. Mayor Jim Perri, City of Barrie
Mayor Ron Stevens, City of Orillia
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LAKE SIMCOE REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
, MEETING NO. BOD-04-02
Friday, April 26th, 2002 - 9:00 a.m.
MINUTES
The Nature Centre
Scanlon Creek Conservation Area
Bradford, ON
MEMBERS:
R. Bridge - Chair
Councillor L. Corrigan
J.O. Dales
Alderman A. Eadie
Councillor V. Hackson
Mayor J. Holec
Councillor M. Jordan
Councillor G. Lamb
Councillor H. Lodwick
Councillor P. Marshall
Deputy Mayor S. Para
Councillor S. Pliakes
Councillor N. Snutch
Mayor T. Taylor
Councillor W. Teel
Councillor H. Vander Kooij
Deputy Mayor J. West
ST AFF:
D. G. Wood, C.A.O./Secretary-Treasurer
S. Hanson, Director, Corporate Services
A. Leach, Director, Conservation Land
Management
R. Vos, Director, Watershed Management
M.Walters, Manager, Environmental
Services
G. Casey, Recording Secretary
REGRETS:
G. Richardson
Mayor R. Stevens
DEPUTATION:
Debbie Gordon, Save the Maskinonge River
Cathy Bock, Save the Maskinonge River
Roland Peacock, Save the Maskinonge River
Chair Bridge called the meeting to order and welcomed everyone in attendance.
Chair Bridge reminded all Members to please confirm their attendance at all Board
Meetings in advance with the Recording Secretary. This will ensure we are aware prior to
each meeting whether or not a full quorum of members is available.
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Board of Directors' Meeting 800-04-02
Minutes
April 26th, 2002
1. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest & the General Nature Thereof
There were no declarations of conflict of interest at this meeting.
2. Minutes
Board of Directors
Minutes of the Board of Directors Meeting No. BOD-03-02, held on March 22nd,
2002.
Moved by
Seconded by:
Larry Corrigan
Paul Marshall
BOD-02-52
RESOLVED THAT the Minutes of the Board of
Directors' Meeting No. BOD-03-02, held on
March 22nd, 2002, be adopted.
The Chair requested that the minutes of the Administrative Committee meeting be
dealt with in "Closed Session" after the deputation.
3. Adoption of Agenda
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Larry Corrigan
Jeffrey Holec
BOD-02-53
RESOLVED THAT the Agenda of the Board of
Directors' Meeting No. BOD-04-02 be
adopted.
4. Announcements
Chair Bridge advised that the CAO, Rob Messervey, Ministry of Natural Resources
and himself met with Chief Bill McCue, Chippewas of Georgina First Nations on
April 15th, 2002. Chief Bill McCue is invited to attend all Board Meetings as a visitor
and has been invited to sit on the Executive Advisory Committee in relation to the
Lake Simcoe Environmental Management Strategy.
The Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Foundation Dinner held on April 19th, 2002,
was a great success. The Dinner was very well attended and was an enjoyable
evening.
Both the Uxbridge and the Bradford tree planting events were very successful. The
Sunoco Earth Day Tree Planting event is scheduled for April 28th in Barrie, and it is
expected that 1,000 trees will be planted.
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Minutes
April 26th, 2002
Announcements (cont'd)
The CAO advised the Members that Authority Golf Shirts and Windbreaker samples
are on hand at this meeting and asked that they be tried on for size and the Apparel
Form be completed and returned at the end of the meeting.
5. Deputations
(a) Thane Development - Aluminum Smelter
Ms. Debbie Gordon, representing the Save the Maskinonge River Community,
delivered a presentation on the Thane Aluminum Smelter property in the Town of
Georgina providing information on the leaching of pollutants from the property into
Lake Simcoe. This situation is very important to both the Town of Georgina and to
Lake Simcoe.
On behalf of the Board of Directors', Mayor Holec thanked Ms. Gordon for her
presentation and for her time and obvious efforts extended by herself and the
Maskinonge River Community to save the environment and for creating public
awareness on this hazardous situation.
Councillor Margaret Jordan advised that a meeting was held on March 27th, 2002,
on this matter at the Georgina Civic Centre. A copy of the minutes from that
meeting is included with these minutes.
The Board requested that a Staff Report be brought forward to the May 2002
meeting outlining a strategy on partnering with the Town of Georgina to address the
Thane Aluminum Smelter property. The Board also requested an update on the
Maskinonge Remedial Plan.
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Minutes
April 26th, 2002
Moved by:
Seconded by:
800-02-54
800-02-55
Margaret Jordan
Jeffrey Holec
RESOLVED THAT the presentation given by
Ms. Debbie Gordon on behalf of the
Maskinonge River Community, regarding the
Thane Development Aluminum Smelter be
received for information; and
FURTHER THAT staff be requested to prepare
a Staff Report for the May 2002, Board of
Directors' meeting regarding how the Lake
Simcoe Region Conservation Authority can
partner with the Town of Georgina regarding
this matter.
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RESOLVED THAT staff meet with the Ministry
of the Environment regarding monitoring
criteria to be used to determine if the Thane
site is polluting surface and groundwater;
and
FURTHER THAT an appointment be sought
with the Minister of the Environment and
Energy by the Authority's Chair.
6. Hearings Under Section 28 of the Conservation Authorities Act
There were no hearings at this meeting.
7. Fill. Construction & Alteration to Waterways Applications
Moved by:
Seconded by:
800-02-56
Paul Marshall
Virginia Hackson
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RESOLVED THAT applications under
Section 28 of the Conservation Authorities
Act and Ontario Regulation 153/90, as
amended by Ontario Regulations 534/91
and 623/94, be received and approved.
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Minutes
April 26l1" 2002
8. Correspondence
The CAO spoke to the correspondence listed in the Agenda.
Moved by :
Seconded by:
BOO-02-57
Wayne T eel
Paul Marshall
RESOLVED THAT the correspondence
listed in the April 26th, 2002, agenda be
received for information.
9. Monthly Communications Update
The Director of Corporate Services spoke to the Monthly Communication Update.
The Authority's website is being very well utilized with 54,473 hits in the month of
March, mainly visiting the Authority's water management reports.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
BOO-02-58
Larry Corrigan
Wayne Teel
RESOLVED THAT the Monthly
Communications update, dated March 1st
to 31st, 2002, be received for information.
The Board of Directors requested that they move into "Closed Session" to deal with the
items listed under "Other Business" in the Agenda and in the Tabled Items Agenda.
11. Other Business
Moved by:
Seconded by:
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Neal Snutch
Wayne T eel
RESOLVED THAT the Board of Directors
move into "Closed Session" to deal with the
confidential matters relating to personnel and
legal issues under New Business of the
Agenda.
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Minutes
April 26th, 2002
Moved by:
Seconded by:
800-02-60
Virginia Hackson
Jeffrey Holec
RESOLVED THAT the Board of Directors rise
from "Closed Session" and report their
progress.
(a) Potential Land Acquisition
Moved by:
Seconded by:
800-02- 61
(b) Legal Issue
Moved by:
Seconded by:
800-02-62
John West
Larry Corrigan
RESOLVED THAT Confidential Staff Report
No. 25-02-BOD be received; and
THAT staff be directed to pursue funding
options for the Acquisition and report back to
the Board of Directors.
John West
Larry Corrigan
RESOLVED THAT the information presented
on a confidential legal matter be received for
information.
(c) Administrative Committee Minutes
Moved by:
Seconded by:
800-02-63
John West
Larry Corrigan
RESOLVED THAT the minutes of
Administrative Committee meeting No. AC-
02-02 held on April 19th, 2002, be adopted.
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Minutes
April 261h, 2002
10. New Business
a} Budget Update - Municipal Approvals
The Director of Corporate Services presented Staff Report No. 22-02-800. The
Authority's final budget will be brought before the 80ard for approval at their May
or June 2002 meeting.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
800-02-64
Susan Para
Margaret Jordan
RESOLVED THAT Staff Report No. 22-02~BOD
on the 2002 Preliminary Budget-Municipal
Responses, be received for information; and
FURTHER THAT the recommendation
contained therein be approved.
b} Healthy Futures
Lake Simcoe Water Quality Improvement Program
The Manager of Environmental Services presented Staff Report No. 23-02-800
and briefly reviewed the program eligibility and application.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
800-02-65
Neal Snutch
Paul Marshall
RESOLVED THAT the Board of Directors
receive the program guidelines and
application package for the Lake Simcoe
Water Quality Improvement Program as
outlined in Staff Report No. 23-02-800.
Chair Bridge, due to other commitments, left the meeting at 11 :00 a.m. and Vice-Chair
Susan Para took over the duties as Chair of the meeting.
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April 261\ 2002
c) Digital Aerial Photography - Lake Simcoe Watershed
The Manager of Environmental Services provided a visual presentation on Digital
Aerial Photography and the advantages of having this tool for Eco-Land
Classification and for Watershed Management (flood plain mapping). This is a
significant step forward especially in light of the Oak Ridges Moraine Strategy.
This program will ensure the entire Lake Simcoe Watershed is photographed and
that information will be available to the Authority.
The presentation was very well received by the Board and they are very supportive
of this initiative.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Virginia Hackson
Harold Lodwick
BOO-02-66
RESOLVED THAT Staff Report No. 24-02-800
be received for information; and
THAT the LSRCA participate in the South-
Central Orthophotography Partnership
Project; and
FURTHER THAT the LSRCA contributes a
maximum of $30,000 toward the cost of this
project.
Adjourn
Moved by:
John West
The meeting adjourned at 11 :30 a.m.
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Chair
O. Gayle Wood
Chief Administrative Officer!
Secretary Treasurer
Susan Para
Vice-Chair
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MINlITES
APRIL 24, 2002
A regular meeting of the library board was held in the Children's Services Department of
the Library commencing at 7:37 p.m.
PRESENT - BOARD - J. Swartz, Vice-Chair; A. M. Alexander; R. Fountain; M. Hill;
F. Kreisz; K. McLaughlin
- STAFF - M. Saddy, Chief Executive Officer
S. Campbell, Director of Children's & Audiovisual Services
L. Gibbon, Director of Information Services
D. Rowe, Director of Technical Services
T. Chatten, Recorder
ABSENT - C. Dowd, J. Francis, B. Stanton
AGENDA
MOTION #2002:17
Moved by K. McLaughlin, seconded by M. Hill that the agenda of the April 24, 2002
meeting be approved. CARRIED
DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND GENERAL NATURE THEREOF-None
MINUfES
MOTION #2002:18
Moved by M. Hill, seconded by K. Mclaughlin that the minutes of the March 27, 2002
meeting be adopted. CARRIED
DISCUSSION WITH REPRESENTATIVES OF CONTRACTING MUNICIPALITIES
B. Stanton was absent from the meeting but did pass on a report through a telephone
conversation with M. Saddy. It was reported that Simcoe County has defeated the
motion to disband the county library system and sent this part of the report back for
more study. The County's plan to bring the Coldwater Library along with Epixtech
continues. Barriers to future cooperation with the Orillia Public Library are uncertain.
Question also arose whether depending on the County library service would still be
problematic.
R. Fountain reported that Oro-Medonte Township had announced the new mayor would
be Neil Craig, and that the new deputy-mayor would be selected from council members.
The Library's annual report was received by Council.
REPORT OF BOARD REPRESENATIVE TO SOLS
C. Dowd is attending the SOLS meeting tonight and win report at the next meeting of
the Board.
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REPORT OF FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY
Board members M. Hill and R. Fountain attended the Friends meeting and found them
to be a very positive group, and the Friends were very pleased to have these members in
attendance. Details are still being worked out for the upcoming Art Auction and
volunteers are stm needed for this event on May 11.
MANAGERS REPORTS
M. Saddy reported that the Library's fire alarm was set off recently due to a faulty panel
which has been repaired. While responding to the alann, it was discovered that the
Library's fire safety plan was outdated and in need of updating. M. Saddy and caretaker
Jai Khemraj are working on updating this document to be approved by the Fire
Department.
M. Saddy was contacted by Don Jenkins, who is on the board of the Gril1ia Museum of
Art and History, regarding the Library owned art work stored at the Museum. It was
suggested that these items should be returned to the Library. M. Saddy win arrange to
retrieve the art. Lockable mounting hardware has been purchased to hang the art
securely in the Library. M. Saddy win inquire if the Library's environment is now
suitable for these paintings, with the possibility of loaning to another gallery if the
conditions here are not suitable. It was suggested that the Leacock Home is
environmentally controlled but there is some question of the security of this location.
Library Trustee Handbooks have been revised and updated, and were distributed to
board members with an accompanying workbook.
S. Campbell reports that the Children's Department has been very busy with programs,
with the March Break programs being very successful. There is a Georgian College ECE
student on placement at the library at present, with another student here next month.
L. Gibbon reported that Fred Marlow has put a notice of the Friends of the Library Art
Auction on the Library's homepage to advertise this event. The Volunteer Luncheon
went very well with Rogers Cable here filming for a program shown during Volunteer
Week.
D. Rowe reported that new staff computers are being received and set-up with the newer
or still good old staff computers to be used to upgrade OP AC's, etc. or maybe donate to
Computers for Kids if they can use them. GeoWeb page down at present with the
internet recently switched to Bell Sympatico (no longer with OriIlia Power fibre optics as
they were too costly). K. McLaughlin recalls the library should have been given special
pricing provision, and he win investigate this with OriIlia Power.
J. Swartz to look into free cable service from Rogers Cable, as the Library should qualify
as an educational institution and receive this service free of charge.
MOTION #2002:19
Moved by K. McLaughlin, seconded by M. Hill that the manager's reports for March
2002 be accepted and filed. CARRIED
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Property - As mentioned earlier the fire safety plan is in the process of being updated by
staff to be reported to the Board and approved by the Fire Department.
Building Steering - Minutes of the committee meeting held Thursday March 28 at the
Opera House were distributed. The next committee meeting to be held Thursday April
25 to which Rod Young will attend to gather information to analyze the present site and
report to the committee. K. McLaughlin reported that the MURF group win be holding
a public meeting May 15. There are several issues related to the library as part of the
MURF, and many positive ideas brought forward from the report.
Strategic Planning - The meeting scheduled for April 18 was cancelled and rescheduled
to Tuesday May 14, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. at the Library.
CORRESPONDENCE
A letter dated March 18, 2002 from Barb Parsons, Marketing Director, Grillia Square
Mall thanking Suzanne Campbell for helping make the March Break Activities successful
with the presentation of a puppet show with library patron Charlene Fiander.
NEW BUSINESS
K. McLaughlin asked for a recorded vote. A.M. Alexander declared a conflict of interest
and declined to vote on or discuss this item.
MOTION #2002:20
Moved by F. Kreisz, seconded by M. Hill that the Orillia Public Library Board write a
letter to our local MPP, Garfield Dunlop, that the Board disapproves of the sale of Hydro
One, and express concern the sale thereof will cause hydro electric rates to increase for
the Orillia Public Library. CARRIED
Recorded Vote:
Ruth Fountain - Yes
Michael Hill- Yes
Frank Kreisz - Yes
Ken McLaughlin - Yes
J. Swartz - Yes
Adjournment at 8:56 p.m. moved by R. Fountain.
BOARD CHAIR
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
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REPORT OF THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER FOR THE
BOARD MEETING OF MAY 22, 2002
1. TRANSFER OF PAINTINGS FROM ORILLIA MUSEUM OF ART AND
HISTORY TO ORILLIA PUBLIC LIBRARY
The paintings were successfully transferred on Friday, May 3, 2002 and have been hung
in the library. The Board had asked to investigate and seek expert opinion on the safety
and preservation of the paintings at the library.
Paul Wildridge of the Roberts Gallery suggested that there are two concerns with the
paintings:
· Humidity - As the building has air conditioning the humidity is controlled and
there is no reason not to hang the paintings.
· Vandalism - We will be hanging the paintings out of easy reach on security hooks
so that we can be reasonably assured that the paintings can be safe.
It is therefore the opinion of Mr. Wildridge that, since his conditions had been met that
there is no reason why the library should not hang the paintings.
I have sent a letter to Mike Cox of the City's Property Services Department informing
him that the library is now housing these paintings. He will, in turn, inform the insurers.
There may be an additional cost for insurance. I will keep the Board informed.
2. SUNDAY OPEN HOURS
Management staff continues to meet to address the motion of Council:
"That the Orillia Public Library Board be encouraged to revisit its
staffing model and hours of operation in order to open on Sundays
without an increase in the budget."
At the meeting of May 16, 2002 we continued to review the use patterns at the library
over time in order to comply with Council's motion to revisit hours of operation.
We have:
. Called a number of libraries who have Sunday open hours to plan our Sunday
openings within the context of other libraries of similar size. How they manage in
terms of levels of staffing, service and compensation for Sunday work will inform
our own plan. Of the 9 or 10 libraries called all tend to open for the last half of the
day from September or October to May.
. Weare looking at the budget to see if any savings were made with the new people
who were hired to replace those who retired at the end of the year or any other
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savings that we can make to try to find sufficient funds to open on Sundays
starting later this year and still stay within the budget.
· We have discussed minimum Sunday staffing levels and levels of service that we
need for Sundays.
· We are currently examining our scheduling in order to attempt a schedule that
will be equitable to all staff.
Process?
When the report is ready the Board may decide on the appropriate committee to receive it
and appropriate communication with Council. My thoughts at this time would be to look
for Board approval for the plan before seeking acceptance from our staff.
3. FRIENDS SILENT ART AUCTION
Congratulations to the Friends who worked very hard on their first silent art auction.
Nearly $4,000 was raised which is sufficient for the Friends to carry through with their
plan to purchase one bank of movable shelving for our storage area.
I hope that this represented the first of many silent art auctions as this concept is a real
winner for fundraising. With a nod to the steep learning curve we also recognize some
key areas that could be improved for the next one.
We owe a debt of gratitude to the many artists who generously donated their work to the
library to be auctioned off. (They will receive a thank you and a tax receipt from the
Friends) Andy Nixon also donated his time and expertise to evaluate all the art in order to
place a value suitable for the tax receipt.
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MONTHLY REPORT OF THE DIRECTOR OF CHILDREN'S
AND AUDIO VISUAL SERVICES
APRIL 2002
Reference Services
Reference Questions:
April 2002 444
April 2001 372
The number of reference questions answered by Children's Services staff
continues to show an increase over last years statistics, with a 19 per cent
increase this month and overall year increase of 21 per cent.
The number of teachers making use of our services has increased from 13 in
April 2001, to 30 in April 2002. Staff helped put together classroom support
materials for 30 teachers.
The use of the computers in the library showed a large increase of 78 per cent.
However, this is an exaggerated increase as the multi media computer was not
working for most of April 2001.
Promotions and Publicitv
Kelly Smith produced the brochure advertising our programs for the month of
May.
Kelli Absalom updated our Web Page for May programs and also updated the
homework help page.
In house book displays this month included: Easter, Cookbooks, Animals, and
Snakes.
Kelly Smith, Lee Kelly and I visited Cumberland Beach on April 30 and May 1, as
part of their Education Week celebration. We were invited as guest readers and
did a story time and library introduction for six classes from Kindergarten to
Grade 4.
The Preschool class from Central Preschool visited the library on April 30 for an
introduction to the library and a story time featuring Space.
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Patti Imhoff, an ECE student from Georgian College, was on a four week work
placement. Patti was an asset to the department, she worked well independently
and both parents and children enjoyed her programs.
PrOQrams
Tales for Twos and Preschool Stories, and Books for Babies finished the winter
session. We had a one week turnaround to accommodate a third session before
the summer and all the programs filled up during this period.
Patti Imhoff planned and presented Preschool Stories, Tales for Twos and the
Preschool Science Club. All her programs were creative, organized and
enthusiastically executed.
Having an ECE student allows us to add an extra program. The Preschool
Science is planned, prepared and implemented by our ECE student. It is one
and a quarter hour program centering on a science theme, designed to
demonstrate to parents how to find science in the everyday world around them.
The program is very popular with both parents and children and runs the 8 weeks
we have students here on placement.
Saturday Explorers is in full swing. Programs this month included a visit from
Mike Blair of Critter Cove. Mike brought two tarantulas, a hermit crab, a black
scorpion and a tree frog. We also had a visit from Jean Marc Roy from the
Simcoe County Beekeepers Association as part of a program featuring bees.
The children were intrigued with the creatures and equipment each of our visitors
brought.
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MONTHLY REPORT
DIRECTOR OF INFORMATION SERVICES
APRIL 2002
April was a busy month for staff development. Jayne attended a workshop on fund raising at Georgian College on the
29th and she and I attended a Southern Ontario Library Association workshop on the best ways to apply for grants.
The Volunteer Luncheon, held on the 22nd was a great success. This was Jayne's first big challenge in her new position.
She chose the Wizard of Oz as a theme: volunteers followed the yellow brick road into the reception area, Jayne's
children and a friend danced to one of the pieces from the movie and speeches concentrated on heart, courage and
brains, all elements displayed by our volunteers. The food was plentiful and tasty and the turnout was excellent.
Three library patrons won Canada Book Day bags in our draw on April 23. Library users were asked to provide the title of -
their favourite book and a random draw was made at the end of the contest.
From April 10th, when we converted over to Sympatico, the library's home page averaged 350 hits per day; hits in May
are over 1000. This should increase when GeoWeb is mounted again.
REFERENCE QUESTIONS:
Queries made at the Information Services desk were up 5 per cent over last year, at 1999 for the month. Of these, two
questions were e-mailed and one was received via fax.
USE OF ONLINE PRODUCTS:
EbscoHost, the online index to magazine articles, was accessed 100 times in the month, producing 350 searches and
154,862 hits of information.
INTERNET USAGE:
Internet usage was down last month, but has increase by 16 per cent this month, with 1523 users accessing the stations
during the month.
PROMOTION:
One fiction booklist and one promotional brochure was created during the month. Newspaper articles were published by
the Packet.
NEWSPAPER INDEX:
News stories indexed in the month numbered 924 and 83 births, deaths and marriages were indexed. 52 newspapers
were referenced in the month.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH:
Materials were gathered for fifteen shut-ins during the month.
INTERLIBRARY LOANS:
Interlibrary loans are still down from last year. 105 items were borrowed and 134 items were loaned.
GOVERNMENT DOCUMENTS:
The OPSEU strike made the web page where government documents are ordered inaccessible, so no orders for Ontario
documents were received in April. Sixty-four annual reports were added to this new collection.
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APRIL 2002
Systems
April was a hectic month for our computer systems. We installed a new
Internet server (A Sun Cobalt Qube3) , 12 new staff computers (Dell
Optiplex) models. The new staff machines are using the Windows XP
operating system. The magnitude of the change over was a bit
overwhelming, especially the problems of leap-frogging from our old
Windows 95 computers over several generations of operating systems to
the state-of-the-art Windows XP. At the same time, the Library changed
internet providers, from OWLP to Bell (more band width for lower cost).
After trying to change everything at once, we decided it was better to take
the step-by-step approach.
As a result of this upheaval, not all of our services were back to normal
by the end of the month. External GeoWeb and Advance access were a
particular difficulty, and still not resolved.
Circulation
Circulation figures were up by 3000 items over April 2001, or 14.6%. On
the year so far, we are now back even with 2001, with approximately
91,600 items circulated.
The Circulation Department arranged to donate most of our withdrawn
CNIB talking books to the Orillia Lightsighters , a local association for
the blind and visually impaired. These materials had not circulated for
several years.
Technical Processing
April is volunteer month, and Gail Matthews spent time helping the new
volunteer coordinator, Jayne Turvey, with the volunteer luncheon.
The lunch, with a "Wizard of Oz" theme, was very successful and a lot of
fun.
Susan Dance has begun codifying our cataloguing and processing
practices, which are becoming more complicated and varied as we add
new media to the collection. She is also liaising with other departments
to get input on their requirements.
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DECISION/ORDER NO:
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Leslie Sneyd and Gary Sneyd have appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board under subsection'
45(12) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.P. 13, as amended, from a decision of the
Committee of Adjustment of the Township of Oro-Medonte which refused an application,
numbered A49/01, for variance from the provisions of By-law 97-95, respecting 18 Pine Ridge
Trail
OMB File No. V020002
APPEARANCES:
Parties
Counsel*/AQent
Township of Oro-Medonte
Leslie arid Gary Sneyd
Christopher Williams*
Gary Sneyd
DECISION DELIVERED BY RONALD J. EMO AND ORDER OF THE BOARD
Leslie and Gary Sneyd have recently constructed a new 'log' home on their lot on
Pine Ridge Trail in the rural-residential community of Horseshoe Valley in the Medonte
portion of the new Township of Oro-Medonte (Township). Although, their site plan
included a detached garage to the front of their home, it was only when they
commenced construction of the garage that they became aware, through a stop-work
order, that section 5.1.3 of Zoning By-law 97-95 prohibits accessory buildings in the
"front yard". "Front yard" is a defined term in By-law 97-95 covering all lands between
the street and the front of the dwelling. While By-law 97-95 sets a minimum front yard
setback of 7.5 metres, because the Sneyds sited their home further back from Pine
Ridge, all 22 metres of set back becomes "front yard" with respect to the accessory
building prohibition. A variance application to the Township Committee of Adjustment
(Committee), although supported by the (Township) junior planner, was denied. The
Sneyds have appealed that decision.
At the outset of the hearing, the Board reminded the parties that its decision
would be based on an assessment of the evidence presented as to compliance with the
'four tests' of subsection 45 (1) of the Planning Act (Act). Gary Sneyd, acting as agent
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for he and his wife, presented the case (exhibit 2) in support of their contention that a
detached garage in their "front yard" should not be offensive to their neighbours and
meets the 'four tests'.
Just prior to the start of the hearing, the Sneyds learned that Andria Leigh, the
Township's senior planner, would be giving expert evidence at odds with the written
opinion the Committee received from her junior. While the Sneyds were taken aback at
this turn of events, the Board noted that only when a hearing is estimated to take five
days will a pre-hearing conference, dealing with expert witnesses and the content of
their evidence, be held. In response to my query for an explanation of the differing
(staff) planning opinions, Ms Leigh indicated that she had not reviewed her junior's
written opinion to the Committee and that it was only in preparing for this hearing that
she had put her mind to the Sneyd appeal and the 'four tests'. The Sneyds had retained
land-use planner Brandi Clement to give them some tips to assist them in presenting
their case. Although a memo from Ms Clement was attached to the Sneyds' evidence
brief (exhibit 2), they chose not to incur the cost of having her attend.
Ms Leigh's expert opinion as a land-use planner is that a variance to permit a
garage in the Sneyds' "front yard" fails to appropriately address all 'four tests'. Mr.
Sneyd, on learning that he could attach the garage to their home by a breezeway
structure of not more than 4.5 metres in length, was at a loss to understand why a
further separation of an additional 2.5 metres failed the 'four tests'. Four neighbours in
the persons of Gary & Cheryl Taber, Dave Abbotts, and George Isaac also spoke
against the Sneyd appeal. Mr. Isaac, a resident since 1979, told the Board that for 25
years (until 1999), there were restrictive covenants imposed by the developer which
also prohibited front yard accessory buildings but, since then, the only protection for the
residents is By-law 97-95.
After a thorough review of the evidence, it is clear that there are two key issues.
One issue relates to the "rural character" of the Pine Ridge, Pine Hill & Pine Spring
enclave of some 68 lots and the fear of the residents and Ms Leigh that a 624 sq ft
garage in the Sneyds' "front yard" will set a precedent and encourage similar structures,
which, in turn, would erode the "rural character" and ambiance of the rolling (treed)
topography. As noted, although Mr. Sneyd's opinion is that the garage meets the 'four
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tests', he expressed dismay on learning that eight feet (2.5 metres) is roughly the
difference between a legally "attached" garage and his (proposed) "detached" garage.
Mr. Williams addressed the Township's second main issue by directing the Board
to the case of Jordan v. Currie (1983) 15 O.M.B.R. in which former member e.G.
Charron (page 325) made the following comment:
The interests of the resident owners must be taken into consideration. They
have a right to expect t.hat the rights which they enjoy under the existing zoning
by-law will be protected and preserved unless there is a compellinq and
overwhelminq reason to allow chanqes. There is nothing in the evidence here to
warrant such changes. (Board emphasis)
Mr. Williams submits that, as with the cited case, there is no justification for the
Sneyd variance. Ms Leigh testified that in addition to "attaching" the garage, the Sneyds
could also locate it in their back yard as, contrary to Mr. Sneyd's contention, this is not a
"re-charge area". The Board also learned that the former municipality of Medonte had
authorized two "front yard" garages in 1991 and 1993 and that a third such garage had
been constructed prior to any prohibition.
Mr. Williams also submitted an (unreported) 1987 Board decision titled Keefer et
al v. City of Toronto (Committee of Ad;ustmentJ in which former member T.F. Baines
made the following comment:
This results in the variance being not "desirable for the appropriate
development of the land, building or structure". The Board interprets that
section to mean desirable not only as it relates to the subject land but also as it
relates to the neighbouring land.
I accept the interpretation made by Mr. Baines in relation to the facts in this case.
Other than the unfortunate confusion with their building permit that has resulted
in the Sneyds starting to build a detached garage some 7 metres (4.5 plus 2.5) from
their home, I heard no compelling reason why the variance should be authorized.
Preferring the evidence of planner Leigh and the four neighbours, the Board finds that
the requested variance is not desirable for the appropriate development of the subject
property in particular and the larger neighbourhood in general. Having failed one test,
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Accordingly, the appeal is dismissed and the variance is not authorized.
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CONSEll DES ARTS DE l'ONTARIO
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Dear Colleague:
Last November, the Ontario Arts Council submitted its 200012001 annual report to the Ministry
of Tourism, Culture and Recreation. We received notice that this report was tabled in the
Legislature on April 18th, 2002. We are now able to distribute our limited print run to libraries
and other interested parties. In addition, you will find enclosed the previous year's annual report
which you may not have received.
Regards,
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Kirsten Gunter
Communications Manager
151 Bloor Street West, 5th floor, Toronto, Ontario M5S 1T6 Telephone: (416) 961-1660 Fax: (416) 961.7796 TolI.Free: 1.800.387-0058 E-mail: infD@arts.on.ca Web site: arts.on.ca
151, rue Bloor Ouest, 5e etage, Toronto (Ontario) M5S 1T6 Telephone: (416) 961.1660 Telecopieur: (416) 961-7796 Sans frais: 1.800.387.0058 Courrier electronique: info@arts.on.ca Site web: arts.on.ca
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Page 1 of 5
ACTION
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1. Call to order
Mr. Playter called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.
2. Invocation - Justin Sainte
Deferred
3. Approval of the agenda
Additions:
5. Business arising from the minutes
5.3 Resignation from Board
8. New Business
8.1 County of Simcoe Library Co-operative
Moved by: D. Moore
Seconded by: A Campbell
That the agenda be approved, as amended
CARRIED
4. Approval of the minutes of the previous meeting of March 21, 2002
Correction: page 1, second to last paragraph.
Change from: Mr. Archdekin stated that the average cost over the whole year
would likely be a little over .05 cents perKw hour.
Change to: five cents perKw hour.
Moved by: A. Wilkes
Seconded by: G.A. Walker
That the minutes of the Board meeting held on March 21, 2002 be approved,
as corrected.
CARRIED
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DATE: April 11, 2002
LOCA TION: Midland Public Library Boardroom
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ACTION
5.1 Tiny Township update.
Mr. Sainte reported that he would be speaking with Town of Midland
Treasurer, Mrs. Gignac next week after the final budget adjustments for the
Library are in. Mr. Sainte wil1 prepare a report for the Board based on
his findings.
5.2 SOLS survey update
Mr. Sainte has spoken to Mr. Peter Abbott from the Southern Ontario
Library Service about moving ahead with a space needs survey.
Mr. Sainte will meet with Mr. Abbott on Wednesday~ April 24, 2002.
5.3 Resignation from Board
A faxed letter of resignation has been received from Mr. Greg Swick.
Moved by: D. Moore
Seconded by: L. LaPlume
That the Board, with regret, accept the resignation ofMr. Greg Swick.
CARRIED
Mr. PJayter suggested that a letter of thanks be sent to Mr. Swick for his
work on the Board.
6. Approval of the accounts
Moved by: A. Campbell
Seconded by: J. Swick
That the accounts for the month of March 2002 totalling $11,765.49
be approved.
CARRIED
7. Reports of Board Committees
7.1 Finance Committee - Mr. A. Campbell, Chairman
Mr. Campbell asked Mr. Sainte to report on the 2002 budget.
Mr. Sainte reported that the Capital Budget was approved by Council
as presented.
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7.1 Finance Committee Report - continued
There was a slight reduction to the proposed Operating budget. However,
there was an overall increase of 10%.
Mr. Sainte thanked the Board and Town of Midland Council for their hard
work and efforts on the 2002 budget.
Mr. Sainte also reported that the Library had received $2960.87 for an
outstanding insurance claim, that was made as a result of the September
2000 flood in the Reference Department.
7.2 Strategic Planning Committee
A meeting will be called after Mr. Sainte meets with Mr. Abbott of SOLS
about the space needs survey.
7.3 Fundraising Committee - G.A. Walker, Chairman
Mrs. Walker displayed the tastefully designed tickets for the Literary Affair
dinner/dance Vol. II.
Mrs. Walker and Mr. David Winter of the Friends have canvassed the main
street merchants for silent auction items.
8. New Business
8.1 County of Simcoe Library Co-operative
Mr. Playter asked Mr. Sainte to report on a recent development related to the
County Library Service.
A study of the County of Simcoe Library Service has been carried out by
the consulting firm, AlImat & Associates. They have recommended the
"deletion" of the County Library Service. They also recommend "that the
larger libraries be encouraged to take on a leadership role and approach smaller
rural libraries on a one to one basis to offer no-cost mentoring program".
The County currently receives $24,285.00 (Allmat & Associates) annually
from the Town of Midland through the County levy for library service.
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DATE: April 11, 2002
LOCATION: Midland Public Library Boardroom
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ACTION
Mr. Sainte reported that his research on the cost of replacing the products
& services the County Library suppJies would be at least double that amount.
The Library currently receives:
1300 Large Print Books (per year)
480 Videos (per year)
Electronic magazine subscriptions
Bestsellers book leasing plan.
This report has not been made widely available. Questions should be raised
about methodology and the speed at which this decision'is being made. A
suggestion was made to speak to our Council representatives at County.
The Board directed Mr. Playter and Mr. Sainte to arrange a meeting with
Mayor George MacDonald and Deputy Mayor Jim Downer.
The urgency of this situation cannot be overstated as the vote at County
Council is slated to be on Tuesday, April 23, 2002.
It was suggested that a letter should be sent to the Mayor and Council in time
for the Midland Council meeting to be held Monday, April 22, 2002, and a
letter be sent to the Warden and Council of Simcoe County expressing the
Boards concern.
9. Information
9.1 Chief Librarian's report - Justin Sainte
The Sainte Marie Among the Hurons coJJection room has been painted and
shelves erected in preparation for this coJJection.
Mr. Sainte commended Scott Cameron, an adllJt Co-op student from M.S.S.,
for his valuable assistance in preparing the collection and the room.
Proper ventilation of this room is all-important due to the musty condition
of the books..
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DATE: April 11, 2002
LOCATION: Midland Public Library Boardroom
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9.2 Correspondence
Notification of an Ontario Library Trustees' Association Video Conference
was distributed to the Board. If anyone is interested in attending, please contact
Gail Griffith.
9.3 Other information
A question was raised about the photograph of a skate boarder on the
Library's steps that appeared on the front page of The Mirror newspaper.
Mr. Sainte has sent a letter of concern to The Mirror pointing out that
skateboarding on steps is unsafe and dangerous and not permitted on
Library property. Mr. Sainte requested the Mirror redress their misleading
photo report.
Moved by: D. Moore
That the meeting be adjourned at 8:40 p.m.
J.s~rt
Chief Librarian
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ACTION
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May 28. 2002
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VIA FACSIMILE:
Attention: Mike Drum
Dear Mike:
I read with a great deal of interest on your upcoming Arid show for June 8'\ 2002. Your
aerobatics show for June 8th; 2002 coincides v\.ith our 20'h AnnuaJ Automotive Flea Market held
on Lot 21/22 Concession 8 & 9 of Oro-Medonte.
Mike you and your airport commission members are we!! aware of the magnitude of this
event held twice annually. The Event starts Thursday tam and runs until Sunday at Spm. the first
Thursday in June and the Thursday after Labour Day. Would you take the necessary safety
precautions of having the airport traffic rerouted so as to eliminate overhead air traffic during
these time periods? Please notify of actions taken to address the safety concerns. Trusting you
will alleviate my disaster concerns by notifying the proper government agencies.
Thanking yOll in advance for your prompt reply,
I remain. as always,
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Township Mayor & Council
Len Hasberger - O.P.P.
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Burl's Creek Family Event Park PO. Box 210 Oro,Ontarjo LOL 2XO Phone: (705) 487-3663 Fax: (705) 487-628C
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Township of Oro-Medonte
REPORT
Dept. Report To: Prepared By:
#AOM2002-24 Council Marilyn Pennycook
Subject & File #: Department:
Council
Proposed Street Names for Clerk
C. of W. Horseshoe Valley Subdivision,
(Concession 4, Part Lots 3 & 4,
Ora) by Laurel View Homes
Date: May 23, 2002
Motion #
A.M. File No.
Date: 020-011821
Background:
Initial fax correspondence dated January 25,2002 is attached from Jerry Leiderman of Laurel View
Homes requesting approval of fifteen street names for their subdivision project in Horseshoe Valley.
Due to street name duplications, revised names were submitted on Feb. 4/02, March 11/02 and
March 29/02. The final revised list is shown on Attachment "A" to this report and a map of the
location of the streets is Attachment "8".
Analysis:
The street names on Attachment "A" conform to the Township policy with respect to naming of
streets and are not currently used in the Township index of street names.
The street names and revisions were also circulated to the Public Works Administrator, Fire Chief and
adjacent municipalities on Feb. 15/02, March 12/02 and April 5/02 to ensure there were no conflicts.
Recommendation(s):
1. That the street names listed on Attachment "A" to Report #AOM2002-24 for the Horseshoe
Valley Subdivision, Concession 4, Part Lots 3 & 4, Oro, be approved.
2. That this report be received and adopted.
C.A.O. Comments:
Date:
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I'^X NUMBER:
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Andria, pkas(', fiod attached our list of proposed street names. I would appreciatc it if you wuld circulate
the list and detcrmiDe if alll:be !lames a.re acCt;p~ble to the TO'\\.>"Dship. Tf yon have any questions, please
don't hesitate to call.
Thanks,
Jerry.
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Street I I Mapkwood Court
Street J Pine Valley Drive ,/
St1"(':t:r J BrookmHl Court ,,/
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Laurel View Homes, Inc.
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Street A Landscape Drive
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Street C Tanglewood Crescent
Street F Gatestone Way
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#PD2002-23 Council Andria Leigh
Subject & File #: Department:
Council
Draft Approved Plan of Planning
C. of W. Subdivision (Gordon
Mackie)
Concession 11, Part of Lot Date:
Motion # 1 (Oro)
Draft Plan Approval # 43T- May 17, 2002
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Date: R.M. File #
C1111680 and D12 326
Background:
A letter was received from the purchaser of the above noted property requesting that Council consider not proceeding
by way of plan of subdivision for 13 residential lots on the subject property but to allow the lands to be developed by
consent for a total of 6 residential lots. The purchaser is also requesting that similar to the existing draft plan of
subdivision condition, the development charges be paid at the time of the building permit. A copy of this request is
attached for Council's review (Attach #1).
The subject property is located within the community of Jarratt. The lands are designated Rural Settlement Area in the
Official Plan and are zoned Residential One Exception (R1 *119) in Zoning By-law 97-95, as amended. The exception
establishes a setback for structures from the Environmental Protection (EP) Zone that is located to the back of the
subject property on the adjacent land holding.
The property was draft approved by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing on July 17, 1992 subject to a variety
of conditions. A copy of the draft approval is attached for Council's reference (Attach #2). The owner of the property
has completed some of the conditions but the file has been inactive since 1994.
Analysis:
The objectives of the Rural Settlement Area designation are to maintain and create attractive communities with suitable
amenities and to ensure that settlement areas are developed in a logical and cost effective manner.
The development policies permit land division either by plan of subdivision or by consent and establish a number of
criteria to be satisfied to determine which manner of land division is considered appropriate. The Committee of
Adjustment would review the land division by consent policies to ensure compliance at the time of applications being
received.
The attached draft plan of subdivision contains an internal road and therefore proposed two access points to Line 10
North. It would appear that one additional entrance onto Line 10 North could be a viable option and would ensure that
an additional small street would not have to be maintained by the Municipality.
Discussion has occurred with the Roads Superintendent to determine if three entrances onto Line 10 North could be
considered as an alternative to the internal street and Mr. Ball supports, in principle, such a proposal. The applicants
would however be required to obtain entrance permits as a condition of consent.
The proposed subdivision is intended to be serviced by individual wells and septic systems and therefore the reduction
in the number of lots from 13 to 6 would reduce the number of servicing facilities required.
The proposed severance would encompass the entire land holding and would appear to develop the land in an orderly
and efficient manner and would be more cost effective long term for the Township with the elimination of an additional
street for maintenance. The land division by consent would continue to comply with the existing residential zoning of
the property.
In accordance with the policies of the Official Plan proceeding with land division by consent for a total of 6 residential
lots would appear to comply with the policies.
The owner would be required to provide cash-in-lieu of parkland as required by any consent application. The current
fee established by by-law is $ 500.00 per lot for a total in this case of $ 3500.00 for 5 lots being created. There does
not appear to be a need to accept parkland in this location at this time.
The development charges by-law for the Township requires that these charges be paid at the time of an application
under Section 53 of the Planning Act (Consent) or at the time of issuance of a building permit as it relates to Section 51
of the Planning Act (Subdivision). The purchasers have requested that the development charges be postponed until
the issuance of building permits as was proposed by the draft approved plan of subdivision and not to be a condition of
consent. There is concern that a precedent would be established if such a request was granted since similar
applications for multiple lots considered by the Committee of Adjustment in the past three years have been required to
pay the Development Charges as a condition of consent.
Recommendation(s):
It is recommended to Council that:
1. The Township support, in principle, the proposal for consent of a total of 6 residential lots on Concession 11, Part of
Lot 1 (Oro), 43T-90050;
2. That the Township request the County of Simcoe to rescind the draft plan approval for Concession 11, Part of Lot 1
(Oro), being 43T-90050 approved on July 17,1990;
3. That the Development Charges for the subject property be paid as a condition of consent in accordance with the
Township policies;
4. That the landowner and purchaser be so advised; and
5. That this report be received and adopted.
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Dear Ms. Leigh:
Re: 2:: 15.54 acre property located in Jarratt, on the east side of the
10th Line, approximately 100 metres south of Horseshoe Valley Road,
Part of Lot 1, Concession 11 Township of Oro-Medonte
Thank you for meeting with Mr. Jim Kennedy and myself on April 22, 2002. The
infonnation you provided was very helpful.
As discussed in our meeting, we are purchasing the subject land and would like to
proceed by way of severances. As you are aware a draft plan and zoning by-law were
approved for the subject land for which would provide for a total ofthirteen (13) lots,
ranging from:t 0.75 acres to 2:: 1.0 acre in size, off of a crescent road with two access
points to the Tenth Line.
We intend to increase the size ofthe lots to at least 2 acres in size which would reduce
the total number oflots to six (6). The lots will conform with the present Rl zoning
standards applicable to the property. The attached concept plan shows the approximate
lines of severance. Mr. Kennedy and I plan to keep the southerly two lots and each build
a home for our respective families.
The lots that we are proposing would not require the construction of an internal road
which would save the municipality the ongoing maintenance expense. Driveway access
would be obtained from the tenth line. We would propose that the driveways for each of
the six lots be paired across the municipal road allowance to the pavement so that there
will only be three access connections to the Tenth Line.
Proceeding with applications for severance to create five (5) new lots with one (1)
remainder lot confonns with the policies of the Official Plan and allows the lands to be
developed in an efficient and cost effective manner for both ourselves and the Town.
Before filing the applications for severance we would like you to take this matter to
Council for their support of this process.
Also, a condition of the existing draft plan approval is that the Town's Development
Charges be paid at the time of obtaining a building pennit. We would like this condition
to also apply to the future severance approvals.
Thank you, for your assistance.
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The Minister's conditions and amendments to final plan approval
for registration of this plan of subdivision, file no. 43T-90050,
are as follows:
No. Conditions
1. That this approval applies to the draft plan, prepared
by Jordan and Jones Planning Consultants, surveyed by
Douglas Smith, OLS, dated August 2, 1990, to show
thirteen single residential lots, and one Park Block
(Block A)
2. That the road allowance included in this draft plan
shall b~ shown and dedicated as a public highway.
3. That the internal street shall be named to the
satisfaction of the ,Township of Oro.
4. That the owner satisfy the requirements of the Township
of Oro for the supply of services and grant easements
required for drainage purposes.
5. That prior to final approval by the Ministry, we are to
be advised by the Township of Oro that the appropriate
zoning is in effect for this plan of subdiv~sion.
6. That the owner convey up to 5% of the land included in
the plan to the municipality for park purposes.
Alternatively, the municipality can request
cash-in-lieu of all or a portion of the conveyance.
7. That the owner agrees in writing to satisfy all the
requirements, financial and otherwise, of the Township
of Oro concerning the provision of roads, and the
installation of services.
8. That prior to final approval, the Ministry of the
Environment shall be in receipt of a copy of the fully
executed sUbdivision agreement specifying that the
recommendations of the hydrologist report, as approved by
the Ministry of the Environment, shall be implemented by
requirements of the subdivision agreement.
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No. Conditions
9. That prior to final approval, a drainage plan be
prepared and submitted by the owner's consultant to the
satisfaction of the Simcoe County District Health Unit
and the Township Engineer. (See Note 4. (i))
10. That prior to final approval, a lot grading plan be
prepared and submitted by the owner's consultant to the
satisfaction of the Simcoe County District H~alth Unit
and the Township of Oro Engineer (See Note 4. (ii).
11. That the subdivision agreement shall contain clauses with
worping satisfactory to the Simcoe County District Health
Unit to the effect that any major works required in the
approved plans in Conditions #9 and #10 above will be
carried out by the developer.
12. That prior to final approval, the Simcoe County
District Health Unit will require general site plans
for Lots 6 and 7, showing proposed design of septic the
tank systems. (See Note 4 (iii))
13. That the subdivision agreement shall contain clauses with
wording satisfactory to the Simcoe District Health Unit to
the effect that individual lot owners may be required to
obtain the services of a qualified professional engineer to
prepare a detailed site development plan to the satisfaction
of the Simcoe County District Health Unit, prior to the
issuance of a Certificate of Approval.
14. That prior to final approval, an erosion control plan
detailing how erosion and siltation and their effects
will be minimized both during and following
construction shall be prepared to the satisfaction of
the Ministry of Natural Resources, and the Township of
Oro.
15. That prior to final approval, the owner shall agree in the
subdivider's agreement in words satisfactory to the agencies
identified in Condition No. 14 to carry out or cause to be
carried out the recommendations and measures contained
within the plans identified in Condition No. 14 (see Note
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No. Cqnditions
16. That prior to final approval by the Ministry, we are to
be advised in writing by the Township of Oro, how
Conditions #1 to #15 inclusive have been satisfied.
17. That before final approval is given, we are to be
advised in writing by the Ministry of the Environment
how Condition #8 has been satisfied.
18. That before the Minister's final approval is given, we
are to be advised in writing by the Ministry of Natural
Resources how Conditions #14 and #15 have been
satisfied.
19. That before the Minister's final approval is given, we
are to be advised in writing by the Simcoe County
District Health Unit how Conditions #9 to #13 inclusive
have been satisfied.
NOTES TO DRAFT APPROVAL
1. It is the applicant's responsibility to fulfil the
conditions of draft approval and to ensure that the
required clearance letters are forwarded by the
appropriate agencies to the Ministry of Municipal
Affairs, Plans Administration Branch, Central and
Southwest, quoting the Ministry file number 43T-90050.
2. We suggest you make yourself aware of:
a) section 143 (1) of the Land Titles Act, which
requires all new plans be registered in a
land titles system; and,
b) section 143 (2) - allows certain exceptions.
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NOTES TO DRAFT APPROVAL continued
3. Inauguration, or extension of a piped water supply, a
sewage system or a storm drainage system, is subject to
the approval of the Ministry of the Environment under
section 23 and section 24 of the Ontario Water
Resources Act, R.S.O. 1980.
4. The Simcoe County District Health unit advises that:
(i) In reference to Condition #9, this plan will show
how surface water will be controlled on and off
the site and will include swales, where necessary.
Any necessary erosion control measures will be
shown. This approved plan will form part of the
subdivision agreement with the Township.
(ii) In reference to Condition #10, existing and final
grades on lot corners will be shown as well as mid
lot elevations, where necessary. 'This approved
plan will form part of the subdivision agreement
with the Township.
(iii) In reference to Condition #12, this site plan will
contain the following information:
a) a building envelope for the proposed home;
b) envelopes for the primary and secondary
sewage system sites including mantles as
required; and,
c) location and type of proposed water wells.
(iv) In reference to Condition #13, this detailed site
development plan will contain the following
information:
a) the location of the proposed house and any
other structures on the lot;
b) the location, size and elevation of the
subsurface sewage system and all engineering
design criteria and standards pertaining
thereto;
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c) the existing and proposed grades of the
disturbed areas on the lot after buildings,
drainage and sewage works have been
completed;
d) the engineer may be required to check the
elevations of the building footings, prior to
further construction, to ensure conformity
with the approved plans as noted;
e) the engineer may be required, prior to the
issuance of a Use Permit, to certify to the
Health Unit in writing, that the installed
works have been carried out in accordance
with the approved plans; and,
f) the type and location of the water well.
(v) The subdivision agreement will be registered on
title and the registration details forwarded to
the Health Unit.
5. ontario Hydro advises that:
(i) The costs of any relocations or revisions to
ontario Hydro facilities which are necessary to
accommodate this subdivision will be borne by the
developer.
(ii) The easement rights of 'ontario Hydro are to be
protected and maintained.
(iii) The developer should contact the local Ontario
Hydro Area Office to verify if any low voltage
distribution lines may be affected by this
development.
6. In reference to Condition #14, the owner shall agree in
the subdivision agreement to maintain all erosion and
siltation control devices in good repair during the
construction period.
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NOTES TO DRAFT APPROVAL continued
7. The subdivision agreement between the owner and the
municipality shall be ,registered against the lands to
which it applies once the plan of subdivision has been
registered.
8. When the zoning by-law required in Condition #5 is being
prepared, reference to this subdivision application T-file
number should be included in the explanatory note. This
will expedite the Plans Administration Branch's and other
agencies consideration of the by-law.
9. Clearances are required from the following agencies:
Township of Oro
P.O. Box 100
Oro station, Ontario
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Ministry of the Environment
7 Overlea Blvd., 4th Floor
Toronto, Ontario
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simcoe County District Health unit
Administration Centre
Midhurst, Ontario
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Ministry of Natural Resources
Huronia District
Midhurst, ontario
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If the agency condition concerns the subdivision
agreement, a copy of the agreement should be sent to
them. This will expedite clearance of the final plan.
A copy is not required by the Ministry of Municipal
Affairs.
Reqistration:
10. The final plan approved by the Minister must be
registered within 30 days or the Minister may withdraw
his approval under Subsection 51(21) of the Planning
Act.
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Dept. Report To: Prepared By:
#PD2002-25 Council Andria Leigh
Subject & File #: Department:
Council
Proposed Zoning By-law Planning
C.ofW. Amendment for Eric
Bowes and Dawn Braden
Concession 4, South Part Date:
Motion # of Lot 8 (Oro)
Development Application May 28, 2002
P-97/99
Date: R.M. File #
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Background:
An application for a Zoning By-law Amendment was submitted in July of 2000 by the
landowners to permit the continuation of the business on site and to ensure no future evolution
of the business occurred. The property is located on the east side of Line 3 North between the
Old Barrie Road and the Bass Lake Side Road. The property is a total of 50 acres in size of
which 9.3 acres is proposed to be rezoned for the pallet business and to identify the area to be
subject to Site Plan Control. The subject property is currently the site of the dwelling in which
the applicants reside and a number of outbuildings that are being utilized for the business. The
outdoor storage and size of land used for this business is intended to be limited to the area
around the existing buildings. The remainder of the property continues to be used for corn
production.
Adjacent land uses include: a residential dwelling to the north (50 acres), a forestry operation to
the south (100 acres), and a commercial dog kennel to the north-west (145 acres), an
agricultural operation to the north-east (150 acres), and an agricultural operation to the east
(100 acres).
The applicant's consultant has provided information regarding the nature of the business and its
activities including the number of employees and the type of clients (Attachment #1). The
applicant's were intending to maintain a small-scale industrial use, to provide products to the
rural community, and to maintain the use as accessory to the single detached dwelling in which
they reside on the property. This information does indicate that a large portion of the materials
brought into the site are recycled material and that a much smaller portion of the material is from
new materials. However it is clear both from site inspections conducted in October 1999,
August 2000, April 2001, June 2001, and April 2002 and the business statistics provided by the
applicant's consultant that the applicants do more than what is defined as a "recycling
establishment" in the Zoning By-law 97-95.
Analysis:
The Vision in the Official Plan indicates that additional economic development will be
encouraged in the Township through the Official Plan and in fact the principles of the Official
Plan promote economic activity within the Township and strongly encourage home based
businesses. During the formulation of the new Official Plan there was clear direction that the
Township wanted to maintain its rural character and also create economic opportunities for our
residents.
The Oro-Medonte Official Plan established several principles on which the development policies
were subsequently established. In order to facilitate both of these, the Official Plan policies and
the Zoning By-law provisions were created to provide flexibility in regards to home occupations,
home industries and commercial/industrial uses in the agricultural and rural areas. The
principles strongly encourage the development of home based businesses and industries and
the development of agriculturally related commercial uses to contribute to the economy of the
municipality.
The subject property is located within the Agricultural designation (Section 02) and would
therefore be subject to the applicable policies within that designation. The objectives of this
designation clearly indicate that the intent is to preserve and promote the agricultural character
and maintain the open countryside of the Township. The objectives also attempt to promote
agricultural industries and their associated activities and enhance their ability to contribute to the
economy of the Township.
The permitted uses within the Agricultural designation allow for single detached dwellings, home
occupations, home industries and agriculturally related commercial uses. Within the permitted
uses it is clearly indicated that "home industries are small-scale industrial uses which are
accessory to agricultural uses and which do not alter the principal use of the property for
agriculture. Home industries should generally be in an existing out building, but a new building
may be permitted provided it is small in scale. Home industries may include welding, carpentry,
electrical shops or agriculturally related uses that involved the processing of crops or other
products."
It is recognized that these uses are intended to be small-scale and therefore a site specific
zoning and site plan approval would be necessary to limit the scope of the business and
maintain the intent of the Official Plan policies.
Section 02.3.5 indicates that the development of a new home industry may be subject to a Site
Plan Agreement dealing with buffering, the location of any buildings used for the home industry
and the location of any associated open storage, in order to minimize potential impacts on
adjacent uses. In accordance with these policies of the Official Plan, the Site Plan would be
required to be completed to the satisfaction of Council to ensure that all on-site matters are
addressed including, but not limited to: buffering, storage, traffic and parking.
The applicant's have submitted four revised Site Plan drawings since October 1999 which have
continued to be revised showing changes in the business. The revisions have been based on
the needs of the applicant, the growth of the business, and the recommendations from the
Township's Site Plan Committee. The most recent Site Plan drawing #4 is attached for
Council's review (Attachment #2).
The Zoning By-law, further to the Official Plan policies, defines a home industry as follows:
"means a small-scale industrial use, such as a carpentry shop, a metal working shop, a welding
shop or an electrical shop that provides services or wares to the rural community and which is
an accessory use to an agricultural use or a single detached dwelling. For the purpose of this
By-law, the repairing of motor vehicles, mobile homes and trailers is not a home industry".
The Zoning By-law defines an industrial use as follows: "means premises used for the
manufacturing, processing, finishing, treating, ornamenting, altering, fabricating, or assembly of
raw materials or recycled material or the adapting for sale of any good, substance, article or
thing". It is evident from this definition and the information provided in the business statistics
(Attachment #1) that the pallet business would be considered an industrial use as defined by the
Zoning By-law as they process and assemble recycled and new materials.
A public meeting was held on June 20, 2001 at which time the correspondence was received
from the following: Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority, Royal Pets Hotel, Hacker
Gignac Rice, Horseshoe Valley Property Owners Association, and Alvin Moore.
Subsequent to the Public Meeting two additional letters were received from Hacker Gignac Rice
and Alvin Moore. All correspondence received is attached for Council's reference (Attachment
#3).
At that meeting verbal presentations were also made by: Harold Divine, Nels Harnden, Evelyn
Hird, Frank Gracey, and Jim Garner.
There were a number of matters raised at the public meeting including: noise, traffic and
parking, look of sight, alternate locations, scale of business, and use of agricultural lands. A
number of these issues had been discussed at the October 1999 Site Plan Committee meeting
and at the Planning Advisory Committee meetings in August 2000, February 2001 and April
2001. The neighbours to the north verbally indicated at the Public Meeting in June 2001 that a
videotape had been produced and they would provide it to the Township for review, however
this has never been provided.
The issues raised at the public meeting are discussed below:
Noise
In 1997 a noise by-law was passed by the Corporation which would restrict the noise created
from radio or sound equipment and therefore this is not a matter which should be regulated
through a zoning by-law amendment. The noise from the equipment utilized in the business is
intended to be generally maintained in the existing buildings; however the noise by-law does not
restrict noise from businesses, construction or agricultural activities on properties anywhere in
the Township.
Traffic and Parking
The matters of traffic and parking are required to be contained within the private property in
accordance with Zoning By-law 97-95, as amended. The attached site plan identifies fourteen
on-site parking spaces and would indicate the potential for more than the 6-10 employees as
proposed by the applicant's consultant. Areas have also been identified on the site plan for
loading and unloading of pallets. The unloading or parking of vehicles on the municipal road
allowance is not permitted.
Look of Sight
The nature of the pallet business requires outdoor storage of materials related to the business.
The site plan (#4) currently under has been revised and proposes berming and vegetative
buffering to reduce the view of the business both from the road and to the neighbouring
properties.
Alternate Locations
The applicant has indicated in their planning submissions (Attachment #1) that they reviewed
alternate locations within the Township to determine if a suitable alternative site was available.
While it is recognized that there are three industrial parks in the Township the amount of land
available in two is limited and the parcel sizes do not provide the amount of land required for
this type of business. The Winfull Industrial Park located at Line 4 South and Highway 11 does
have lands designated Industrial located on Hollick Crescent which are not currently subdivided
and were intended to be developed through the consent process for the appropriate parcel sizes
required.
Scale of Business
The intent of the zoning by-law amendment and the site plan control agreement would be to
ensure that a small-scale use is maintained as defined by the home industry provisions of the
Official Plan and Zoning By-law. The site plan drawings and numerous site visits clearly
indicate the business is not a small-scale use as defined by the policies and is therefore not a
home industry.
Use of Agricultural Lands
The area of the existing business is located within the vicinity of the existing outbuildings and
the house. There is a small portion of the property to the south which was previously cropped
which will be utilized for the business including outdoor storage; however if the business ceased
to exist that portion of the property could easily be re-utilized for agricultural purposes.
Summary
In summary, the application as proposed including the revised site plan (Drawing #4) submitted
does not maintain a small-scale industrial use, as defined by the home industry provisions and
required by the policies of the Official Plan. The use is also clearly not accessory to the single
detached dwelling on the property as required by the definition of a home industry in Zoning By-
law 97-95, as amended. The proposed use does not preserve and promote the agricultural
character nor maintain the open countryside of the Township as required by the Official Plan.
Other than the home industry provisions within the Agricultural designation, no other provisions
are contained within the Agricultural designation to permit such a use. On this basis, the
proposed rezoning would not conform to the policies of the Official P~an. It is therefore
recommended that Council deny the Zoning By-law Amendment for Concession 4, South Part of
Lot 8 (Oro) for a Site Specific Agricultural/Rural (AlRU*) Zoning.
Recom me ndation( s):
It is recommended to Council that:
1. The Zoning By-law Amendment to rezone Concession 4, South Part of Lot 8 (Ora),
Development Application P-97/99 (Pallets North), be denied, as it does not conform with the
policies of the Official Plan;
2. That the applicant be advised of Council's decision; and
3. That this report be received and adopted.
Respectfully Submitted,
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Senior Planner
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Business Statistics
February 2001
Pallets North is located on the Third Line of the Township of Oro-Medonte between the
Bass Lake Side Road and the Old Barrie Road. The site is located on a large tract of rural
property. Pallets North recycles used pallets and wood waste into new pallets and top
names. These products are delivered to customers throughout Oro-Medont.e and Central
Ontario.
Approximately 95% of the Company's output originates from recycled materials wi1h
some 80% of the product being repaired, recycled pallets. Odd sized or custom pallets,
built from reclaimed lumber, comprises approximately 15% of the business while the
remaining 5% of the business is the manufacture of new pal1ets from new materials.
Through recycling, Pallets North saves approximately 50 trees a day from being
destroyed and manufactured into pallets.
The site which Pallets North is located was the site of a unused farm_ The she hosts out
buildings and the farm yard is substantially paved which is required for the pallet
business. When the property was purchased, the barn buildings were deteriorating and the
owners of Pallets North undertook to rehabilitate the structures for use in the business. It
is likely that the fann buildings would have otherwise been left to decay. The business
occupies approximately 5 acres of the south western portion of the property near the
existing home on the lands. The balance of the lands is rented to a fanner for corn
production with approximately 5% of the lands in bush. The crop production area
comprises over 40 acres of land. The owners of the business live in the home on the
property .
As the pallet business is land intensive and requires flat, well drained and paved land in
order to operate effectively, cost effective industrial designa.ted land is difficult to find.
The current operation utilizes over 12,000 square feet of building space and more is
required in order to provide for better flow On site. The owners of Pallets North have
investigated the purchase of industrial land in the TO'\i'lnShip of Oro-Medonte. They have
found that there is no opportunity to garner the land area which is required for the
operation on existing industrial designated land which would be cost effective for the
business to continue. The largest tract of vacant industrial land appears to be the
industrial subdivision located on Highway 11 at the 4th Line however, the configuration
of the land is less than ideal, there are no existing structures to utilize on the property, and
several lots would have to be purchased at a cost in excess of $] 00.000 for the land
component only in order to have a semi-suitable business operation. As the pallet
industry is a low profit indu.stry, locating to this area, in wbat may be categorized as a
poor site configuration for the business, would jeopardize the business.
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Shes in the City of Barrie were also examined and aJthough the lot and building
availability is more appropriate for the use, the cost to relocate is greater than that offered
in Oro-Medonte. .
The ovmers of Pallets North have a desire to remaining living and operating their
business in Oro-Me.donte. There axe advantages of having the family home located at the
business in order that the business can be more properly secured and the family children
8Ie being groomed to assists and one day, take over the business operation. Being close to
the business operation, which is not dissimilar to the advantages of a family farm, are
advantageous to the family.
Pallets North employs people outside of the family members. The particulars regarding
employment factors are stated in more detail later in this synopsis. With the exception of
the office admirostrarion, the employment opportwllries at Pallets North are for general
labourers. A highly skilled labour force is not required for the business. This therefore,
provides opportunities for employment for those who may not otherwise be employable
in other industries. Several of the employees support families though the operation and
have long term intentions to stay employed by Pal1ets North. Pallets North, therefore, is
assisting in supporting the local economy.
The business operates from Monday to Friday from 8 :00 am to 5 :00 pm. On rare
occasions, there is overtime.
Particulars related to the business are as follows:
Equipment
. Four-Head Band Resaw - cuts stock lumber to 1h" boards,
. Pallet Stringer Notcher - notches stringers,
. Band Saw Disassembler - disassembles pallets
. Automatic Pallet Nailer - builds pallets
. Top Frame Press - presses top frames
. Hand Nailers - compressed air nailers
. Cut Off Saw - used to cut boards to length
Future equipment proposed include a Twin Blade cut-off saw which would cut the boards
to length and a Small Log Scragg Mill for cutting small logs to feed the Four Head Band
Resaw.
Employees
There are 8 to 10 employees, plus the owner, on site depending on the volume of work.
Labour requirements include:
. 2 people in the repair shop repairing pallets
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. 2 people on the Band Saw Disassembler disassembling pallets received
. 1 employee in the yard sorting pallets and unloading trailers
. 2 yard labourers cutting wood to size and building custom orders
. 1 office administrator
It is not expected that the number of staff win increase. The advent of the new equipment
'proposed may even reduce the staffing compliment. Any increase in sales would offset
this staffing reduction.
Transportation
Six trailers aTe owned by Pallets North but are generally stored at the site of suppliers.
There is typically two trailers on site at the loading dock at the back of the existing
building on site. Pallets North owns one tractor. One five ton straight truck is also on site
but rarely utilized.
The tractor and trailer would typically come into the yard three times a day and exit three
times a day.
Independent pickers a.lso come into the site. Pickers are individuals, typically 'With half
ton trucks, who drop off salvaged wood materials. There are characteristically three drop
offs per day.
Approximately 6 employees drive to the site and stay for the day. Their cars are parked in
a conunon parking area.
Buildings
The operation is currently conducted on approximately 5 acres of land on the southern
edge of the site. The family home is also located on the property. The office, and a
portion of the operation, is located in an existing barn and the remaining bam houses the
balance of the operation. One additional building is being proposed on the southern edge
of the site (adjacent to Gracey Fanns) in order to better space out the existing operation.
The area of operation is not proposed to expand even with the advent of this additional
building.
In the fall of 2000, the Disassembler, which is a potential noise source, was moved from
its outside location to inside one of the existing buildings. The building is noise insulated.
The moving of this equipment was done in direct response to concerns raised by the
adjacent neighbour to the Township. This move has caused the flow of operation in this
building to be less than ideal. The new structure would assist in alleviating the congestion
problem currently being experienced. The new structure therefore, is not proposed to
expand the existing operation but to make the operation more mana.geable.
The balance of the property is in crop production for corn.
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Site 1mprovements
A driveway has been constructed on site in order to access the loading docks at the end of
the building. A.n entrance permit was provided for this by the Township.
Work was undertaken to organize the yard to meet fire code regulations at the request of
the TOVlIlShip. The site now complies.
A 400 ampere 600 volt three-phase power line was installed to the site.
A trench was dung adjacent to the access driveway for the intention of planting a tree
barrier. This has not been completed due to an impending Zoning Amendment for the
site. .
Since the business has grown from a home occupation type of use, Pallets North have
invested over $115,000 in upgrades and improvements to the property, induding
equipment on site. Over $40,000 of this has been as part of their submission for Site Plan
Approval.
Customer Base
Fruit Juice Processor
Margarine Packager
Ice Cream Producer
Yu An Farms
Maple Farm Supplies
Parson Seeds
Ontario Potato distributors
lee River Spring Water
Ascent Bottles
Vitality Foods
Pearce Containers
Denison
Agricultural
Water Bottling
Auto Parts Manufacturer
Hunter Energy
Napoleon Appliances
Can-Save
MF Enterprises
Almand
Davis' Group
Moore Packaging
Hidden Hitch
Injectech
T ower Auto
Wood Stove Manufacturer
Building Supplier
Lumber Yard
Cardboard & Packaging
Negotiations are currently going on with Pallets North and the following businesses
regfU'ding providing pallets for their use: Dole Brothers Sod, Braeford Sod, and the
SheppfU'd family sod seed farm.
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February 14, 2001
Andria Leigh, MCIP RPP
Township of Oro- Medonte
Box 100
Oro, Ontario
LOL 2XO
By Fax
5 Pages
487-0133
Dear Ms. Leigh,
Re: Pallets North
Application for Rezoning
]>105/00
PalJets North, a pallet recycEng and building operation, has made application to amend
the Tovmship of Oro-Medonte Zoning By-law in order to permit the continuation of 'the
existing business located on site. This letter outlines planning matters associated v.,rith the
application. DetaBs regarding the type and form of business are provided under separate
cover.
L.Q Introduction
The subject lands are located at Part Lot 8, Concession 4 in the fonner Township of Oro.
The site is approximately 8 acres in size and is located on a rural lot of approximately 50
acres in size. The application for rezoning is for the area of a business operation known as
Pallets North. The business is operated on the sou1h west corner of the property on
approximately 5 acres however, 8 acres of land for rezoning is requested in order to
provide for the location of a parking area and additional building.
Pallets North is a pallet recycling and constroctionbusiness loc.ated in two existing barns
on a rural property. The recycling and/or reclaiming portion of the operation constitutes
the majority of the business. Approximately 50 trees per day are saved from manufacture
into pallets based on 'this initiative.
The balance of the site is in crop production and a small portion at the rear of the lot is in
bush land. The family home is loca.ted on site.
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The business is family run and operated. There is a small number of primarily low skilled
labour force on site ranging from 6 to 10 employees. The operation runs five days a weekt
except bo1idays from approximately 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. On rare exceptions. some
overtime occurs.
2.0 Site and Surrounding Uses
The site of the Pallets North operation is flat and well drained and primarily has a
concrete ground surface. This surface formed part of the fann yard of the previous Use of
the lands. The operation is whol1y contained within two existing fann buildings. Tbe
owners of the business live in the house which is located in close proximity to the out
buildings. The buildings are located relatively close to the roadway in the southwest
portion of the property. Most of the balance of the property is com production with a
small portion of the site being bushland.
One driveway provides access to the home and the farm yard. An additional access. on
the northern boundary of the business portion of the site has been installed to permit the
business vehicles to access the site more easily. An entrance permit has been issued from
the Township for this purpose.
The surrounding uses are varied as is characteristic in a rural area. To the north is a single
family dwelling on a large tract of land. south of the site is an active tree farm.. The tree
farm is used for commercial activity. West of the site, across the 3rd Concession Road the
property is crop farmed and hosts cattle and north west of the site is a large boarding
kennel operation. East of 'the property is the continuation of the bush lot which is located
on the subject lands.
3.0 Official Plan
The subject lands are designated ~'Agricultural" in the TO\VI1ship of Oro-Medonte Official
Plan. A portion of the lot, which hosts the bush lot, is also designa.ted UEnvironmentaJ
Protection Two" however, this area is far removed from the area which is subject to the
application for Rezoning.
In February 1997, the Council for the Township of Oro-Medonte approved a new
comprehensive Official Plan for the newly amalgamated Municipality. The Agricultural
polices took a proactive look at the diverse and potentiaBy diverse nature of agricultural
and rural uses in the Township. A portion of the Agricultural designation states the
following:
The Township recognizes that the nature of farming is changing and that
additional activities, such as home indu.strie.s, can be carried out in rhe
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Agricultural designation that wo'Uld not have an impact on agricultural or rural
uses. Home' industries' Clre 'small scale industrial uses which are accessory to
agri.pilil.lral' uses and which do not alter the principal use of the property, for
agriculture. Home industries sho'Uld generally be in an existing out building, but a
new building may be permilted provided it is smal1 in scale. Home industries may
include welding, carpentry, electrical shops or agriculturally related uses that
involve the processing of crops or other products. These uses are permitted in the
Agricultural pesignaTion.
It is submitted that the Pallets North operation is a small scale home industry. The use.can
be described as a carpentry use. Pallets North, in effect, col1ects wood waste or broken
pallets and .dismantles themt recuts them, if required, and reassembles them for business
and' agricultural uses. Approximately '5% of the business is the construction of new
pallets from new wood sources. Pallets North therefore is also in the recycling business.
The operation is environmentally friendly arid is a dry operation.
As stated previouslYt the riature of the business permits the use of the majority of the
property for agricultural use. This practice is occurring on site. It should be noted that
should the business grow further and move from the she. that the existing fann yard could
readily revert back to agricultural uses. Without the advent of the Pallets North operation"
it is likely that the existing farm buildings on site would have been left to deteriorate.
They are now sound and useable structUres.
There is no intention to sever the lands used for the business from the balance of the
landholding.
It is the opinion of this office that the Pallets North operation confonns to the policies of
the Official Plan for the Townsrup of Oro-Medonte.
4.0 Zoning By-Law
The subject lands are zoned Agricultural/Rural (AlRU) in the Zoning By-law 97-75.
The AlRU zone pennits numerous uses including Home Industries and Home
Occupations. Elements of both of these uses are inherent in the Pallets North operation
however, rezomng the site t.o a site specific zone related to "the pallet business would
provide clear assurances to the Township tha.t the fonn of home industry or home
occupation will not evolve beyond what the panet operation presents. The rezoning also
affords the Township a means in which to control the size and location of the bU$iness.
Inherent in this is the provisions of Site Plan Control which would assist in the proper
development of the site. A.n application for Site Plan Control has been submitted.
The proposed zoning for the site would be an AlRU exception. This exception would
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business in a specific area of the property. Site Plan Control would offer further site
specific controls related to buffering and landscaping, among other matters.
5.0 Transponation
As Pallets North is primarily a re-cycling operation, wood waste material is transponed to
the site. Typically three truck and trailer combinations access the site per day (and
subsequently leave the site for pickups). In addition to this, independent ''pickers'' attend
on 'the site approximately three times per day in small trucks, usually half ton in size. This
would therefore constitute six trips onto the site and six trips off of the site.
Approximately six employees drive to the site daily and remain for the day's work.
As has been stated previously, a second entrance has been provided on site in order to
provide for better site circulation of the vehicles attending on the property.
Both entrances to the site provide excellent site lines. The 3rd line is paved and well
maintained_
It should be noted that when the Pallets North operation was commenced, the 3rd line was
a County Road (CR 57).
6.0 Acoustics
Pallets North does have a potential noise source (beyond the sUITounding agricultural
operation). This piece of equipment is called a Band Saw Disassembler. The disassembler
breaks down the waste pallets into components for new use. It has historically been
operated in the farm yard. The equipment has now been relocated within one of the
insulated buildings and the noise source has been mitigated.
It is also understood that there have been concerns raised by the adjacent resident
regarding loud music being played on site. The music has now been reduced and the
speaker system, which was previously turned towards the neighbour's property has now
been focused in a different direction.
7.0 Aesthetics
As the business is primarily a recycling operation, pallets are stored in the farm yard.
These are typically recycled through the yard at a rate of daily to every four days
depending on the nature of the stock auiving and leaving the site. Some benning has been
placed on the site and additional efforts related to berming and tree screaming are being
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planned for the site as is outlined in the Site Plan Control application and/or based on the
requirements of the Site Plan Control Conunittee and Council.
Based on the operations location at the southwestern corner of the property, there is a
good separation distance between the adjacent residential lands and the operation.; This
, distance is over 500 feet to the adjacent lot line and estimated at over 1000 feet to the
house. As previously stated, the land between the operation and the adjacen1lands to the
north are in com production. The lands to the south of the. property are an active tree
farm.
8.0 Conclusion
The pallet recycling and construction business operated by Panets North at Lot 8,
Concession 4 in the fonner Township of Oro conforms to the spirit and intent of the
Township of Oro-Medonte Official Plan. The nature of the business requires a large land
area in which to operate. The operation is well sitWited on its lot away from the adjacent
neighbours and is located in an area of the Township where commercial and/or quasi
commercial uses are currently occurring.
The owners of Pallets North are utilizing buildings which woUld likely have been left to
deteriorate and the majority of their land holdings been farmed. The business itself is a
recycling operation which saves over 50 trees a day from being turned into pallets. Should
the business be moved or cease to exist, the operation is environmentally friendly and the
lands cou1d easily revert to a traditional agricultural operation.
The business employs a low skill labour market of very valued and dedicated employees.
With the advent of a site specific Rezoning and Site Plan Control on the property, the
TO'NDship would be assured that the business would be specifically defined and the site
appropriately developed.
11 is the position of the undersigned that the application for Rezoning on Part Lot 8,
Concession 4 in the former Township of Oro (now Oro-Medonte) for a site specific use of
panet recycling and manufacturing represents good planning.
Yours truly,
PK Menzies Planning & Development Inc.
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President
Cc Eric Bowes - PaBets North
Eric Gionet - Oatley, Purser
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Simcoe North
July 27, 2000
Mr. Eric Bowes & Ms. Dawn Btgdelj
Pal1ets North Inc.
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Shanty Bay, Ontario LOL 2LO
Dear Eric and Dawn:
Thank you so much for taking the time for bOth explaining to me and for giving
me a tour of your pallet manufacturing-recycHng business.
Not only does Panets North Inc. supply 2 very important product to our local
industries, it is important to understand that by recycling the panets, we not only
save our trees, we also save valuable space in our landfill faci1ities
The government of Ontario is continually encouraging citizens to invest in
companies. that produce both economic and environmental benefits. You
obviously are on the right track.
As 1 mentioned to you, I would encourage you to work with the Township to
make sure your zoning and planning designation is appropriate, should you decide
on future expansion.
1 have enclosed some infonnation from the Ministry of Economic Development
and Trade. 1 hope they will be of some assistance to you.
Please feel free to contact me if I can be of any help at any time.
. Garfield Dunlop, MPP
SIMCOE NORTH
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En~MA'LlNG ADDRESS: Ga~ld Dunlop, M.P.P., Qu~'s Park. ThrontD. Ontario MiA lAB fCl): (416) 325-9035
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
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FOR PROPOSED ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT
OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE
TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Township ofOro-Medonte will bold a Public
Meeting on, Wednesday JUDe 20,2001 at 7:10 p.rn. in the Municipal Council Chambers. The purpose of
the publi~ meeting is to obtain public comments on a proposed amendment to the Zoning By-law under
Sectio~ 3~ of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990 c. P. 13.
THE PROPOSED Zoning By-law Amendment would rezone the subject property from AgriculturallRuraJ
(NRUj) Zone to a Site Specific Agricultural/Rural (AlRU*) Zone. The applicant is applying for the rezoning
to allow for a pallet business to be permitted on 9.3 acres of the total 50 acres.
A key map is available below.
ANY PERSON may attend the public meeting and/or make written or verbal representation either in support
of or in opposition to the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment. If a person or public body that files an
appeal,ofa decision of the Township of Oro-Medonte in respect of the proposed ZoDing By-law Amendment
does not make oral submission at the public meeting or make written submissions to the Township before
the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment is adopted, the Ontario Municipal Board may dismiss all or part of
the appeal. If you wish to be notified of the adoption of the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment, you must
make written request to Marilyn PelIDYcook, Township Clerk, at the address noted below.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION regarding the proposed amendment you can contact Andria Leigh,
Township Plannc:r at 487-2171 or attend the Township Administration Building, Planning Department,
between 8:30 A.M. and 4:30 P.M.
DATED at the Township ofOro-Medonte this 29th day of May, 2001.
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HORSESHOE VAUEY PROPERlY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Box 51 RR #1 Barrie, Ontario lAM - 4Y8
June 19,2001
To the Mayor, Deputy Mayor and Counci11ors of
The Township ofOro-Medonte
Re: Pallet Manufacturing Facility on tbe Tbird Line
I am writing to you on behalf of the board of directors of our association to express our disagreement
with the Zoning By-Law Amendment that you wi11 be considering on Wednesday, June 20, 2001. We
feel strongly tbat tbis request for a zoning change to allow tbe panet manufacturing facility to
continue operations at tbis location sbould be turned down for the following reasons....
-the Official Plan shows the location as agricultural, and indeed it is in an area of what appears to
be productive farm land.
-the operation has grown quickly and has become an unsightly mess to passers-by and
to neighbours. Several of our residents who use the road regularly have complained about it.
Good housekeeping and respect for the community around them does not seem to be a priority of
the operators.
- Their occasional open fires to burn waste materials also says something about how they feel
about township by-laws.
-the manufacturing operation has increased truck tTaffic on the third line.
-the official plan clearly states that manufacturing operations of this type should be placed in an
industria1Jy designated area.
-approval ofthis zoning change would create a dangerous precedent, as it would send a signal
to others that it is alright to buy a piece of land, start doing something that is contTary to the
official plan and the zoning, and that later on the township wiH give in and change the rules to
make it legal.
-a 'Yes' vote at this time would be particularly damaging to the township's ability to defend its
position in the Gold Mountain case. You are spending a lot of money to preserve the Official
Plan, and the right of a municipality to control unwanted developments, and Gold Mountain and
its lawyer will seize on any action or decision you might take that shows inconsistency with this
principle.
Thank you for considering our views!
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Jack Haggerty, President
THE ROYAL PETS HOTEL
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Marilyn Pennycook, Clerk
Township of Oro-Medonte
PO Box 100
Oro, ON
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Dear Ms Pennycook,
RE: Proposed Rezoning, Lot 29, Concession 4, for a Pallet Business
Further to your notice dated May 29, 2001, we would provide the following for Council's
consideration. We appreciate that at this time Council has only received an application for a
rezoning and, as such, is not necessarily in support of the application until Council has had the
opportunity to carefully consider the various aspects of the matter before it. Also we would like
to stress that we bear no ill will towards Mr. Bowes and his partner, Dawn Braden.
Our family resides just north of the subject site, in Part Lot 8, Concession III, where we have
operated The Royal Pets Hotel for some 20 years.
Initially, our concern is that what may have commenced as a "home industry" has grown much
beyond what a use of this nature should be, and this is apparent from what we presume is the
reason the Township is faced with the current application for rezoning.
We have had the opportunity to review the Township's Official Plan and would offer the following
comments. This site falls within the "Agricultural" designation of the Official Plan. The Plan
states "that the nature of farming is changing and that additional activities such as home
industries, can be carried out...". The clear tone of the above indicates to us that the intent of
this permission is to allow a farmer the opportunity to supplement his income and possibly allow
him to remain in the farming business by carrying on small scale "Industrial" or business uses.
We can certainly understand this and would normally support such endeavors. The example
before you cannot help but lead to the question: was it Council's intent to allow any non-farm
related person to purchase an "Agricultural" property and commence an Industrial use which
employs 5 to 10 persons, utilizes 3 to 5 acres of land and creates substantial truck traffic? We
are hopeful this was not the type of use contemplated or the message Council intends to send
out.
Our next question concerning the Official Plan is if the need for the rezoning is because the
present use is not a "home industry", and if the proposed rezoning is to allow for an "industrial
use" (regardless if it is a site specific exception) where is such a use permitted by the policies of
the Official Plan within the" Agricultural" designation? We note that "small scale industrial uses
such as manufacturing, processing, assembly..." are allowed within the "Rural" designation but
no such permission appears to exist within the" Agricultural" section.
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The above leads to the inevitable question of how can Council, in good conscience, adopt a
Zoning By-law Amendment which, from our understanding, is not in conformity with the policies
and permitted uses of the Official Plan?
In our view the adoption of any By-law to allow such a use sends out a dangerous and unsettling
message to the community: namely, that anyone can establish, on prime agricultural lands, a
"home industry" and then apply for and be granted permission to establish a full blown industrial
use. Is this not a use which should really be located within the areas selected by the Township
for industrial and manufacturing uses, or at least within the "Rural" areas as prescribed by the
Official Plan?
Should Council somehow satisfy itsetf that the existing (proposed) use is in conformity with the
Official Plan and decides to proceed with the rezoning, we would suggest that the applicant be
required to enter into a site plan control agreement with the Municipality before any amending
By-law is adopted. Such an agreement should at least address the following;
· Delineate area of property to be used.
· Delineate entrances.
· Require proper driveway treatment to prevent mud and dirt being transferred to the road.
· Provide for fencing or vegetative buffers to obscure the storage area from view.
· Limit storage height to be consistent with the buffering treatment.
· Provide lighting details.
· Provide for on-site, permanent water storage sufficient for firefighting purposes.
· Restrict open burning unless approved and regulated by the Township.
In regard to the above we would also like to have the opportunity to review the proposed
agreement and make any further comments that may be appropriate. Although possibly outside
of the site plan control process, is there any way to ensure a limit on reasonable hours of
operation? Finally, what assurance do we have that the municipality will be vigilant and enforce
the terms of the agreement?
In conclusion, we must state that the use does not appear to us to represent good and
reasonable planning. If our observations made above are correct, what comfort can the
residents of the Municipality take (and where is the security in the policies and objectives of the
Official Plan) if the guiding principle of development is to establish a use and then beg for
forgiveness instead of playing by the established and agreed to rules?
We would like to thank Council for this opportunity to express our concerns. We would
respectfully request that we receive notice of any decisions on this matter made by Council.
Yours truly,
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Lester Parry and Rosetta Parry .
ce.: Ian Bender, County of Simcoe.
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Midland, Orinia & Penetlmgutshene
June 20, 2001
FAX TRANSM]SSION 705-487 "()133
Attention: Marilyn Permycook, Clerk
Township of Oro-Medonte
P,O. Box 100
Oro Ontario
LOL 2XO
Dear Ms. Pennycook:
RE: Bowes & Braden: Application for Rezoning
C:on('pssion 4. Part of Lot 8 (Orn) Development A,pplicatioD P-1 Q5/00
We are solicitors for Harold and Patricia Divine. The Divines are the owners of property
located at 2129 Line 3 Nonh, R.R. #1 Shanty Bay, Ontario LOL 2LO. The southern boundary
of the Divine lands abut the northern boundary of the Bowes and Braden property, We are
requesting that this letter together with copie5 of OUT previous correspondence to the
Township be provided to council for its consideration prior to the public meeting scheduled
for June 20, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. To ensure that your record is complete, we are taking the
opportunity to provide you with copies of our previous correspondence. Mr. and Mrs. Divine
have also prepared written submissions which we are enclosing at this time. We are
requesting the opportUnity for both Mr. Divine and 1 to make sUbmissions at the public
meeting this evening.
Mr. and MTS_ Divine are opposed to the propo5ed rezoning of the Bowc:s and Braden property
to pennit a Pallet and Recycling Business. Further, the Divines are seeking council's
assistance in prohibiting the Panets North business from further operation until such time as
the business relocates to properly designated industria.l1ands.
The Bowes and BTadcn application is for an AgriculmrallRural exception to aHow a recycHng
business to operate in an agricultural zone. It is our respectful submission that this application
is contrary to the provisions of Oro-Medonte's Official Plan, and should not be approved by
council.
The Divines have been residents in this area for over 25 years. They were initially attracted to
their property because of the peace and tranquility of Oro-Medonte' s agricultural areas. The
Divines built a lovely home and they have enjoyed many years of quiet comfort in their
beautiful surroundings.
Fred IUcktr J.D~ Q.C. John Gignac B.A., 1..1..8.
GrcB Rice B.A" LL.B. red Symoflll B.Se., LL.B.
Deane Ewan B.A., LL.S, FI*p\: 1'b2i1C1Ii LL.B. LLM (Tax)
Lynn BW'gc" B.A., LL.B Chriatim Mannon B.A., I..1..B.
PcLn tiaI1l: B.A., M.A., LL.Ei 8nner Mmchllk.B.1I B.A., LL.B.
Scan Fairley B.A., M.A., LL.B. Toni Ni""",hofB.Sd'Iun., 1..1...B
BTV" W.ite Q.C. {Senior CoW1IiCI)
AClC1resa: ~11! Yong!: Street, Midland, Ontario LAR 2C5
Phone: 705.526.2231 Fax: 705.526.0313
Lawyer: Esther ATTnChu\<:-Bal1 526.1232 ext 265 I esther@bgr.ca
Assistant: Kate Arnold 526.2232 en. 2S8e I K:ite@heT.CII
Web: www.hgr.ca
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Things changed dramatical1y approximately 18 months ago. Almost overnight, and without
any warning, Panets North Recycling suddenly appeared next door to the Divines. What is
most disturbing is that it emerged as a large scale industrial busineu. The Divines were
suddenly awakened in the early morning by b1aring rock music from the barn next door, and
the unmistakable noise generated by loud saws and hammering machines. Almost out of
nowhere, heavy trucks began accessing the Bowes and Braden property at all hours of the day.
kicking up dust and stones in front of and beside the Divine property and making additional
noise.
The biggest shock for the Divines however was the unsightJy heaps of panets which quickly
appeared outdoors, strewn about the Bowes and Braden property. There was no attempt by
Bowes and Braden to minimize the impact of their large scaJe Te{;ycling business on
neighbouring propenies. There was never any attempt to restrict the business and storage to
an out building. Before the Divines had a chance to digest what was taking place next door.
Panets North Recycling was already running at full steam.
The distress and anxiety felt by the Divines was abruptly heightened when they were advised
by the Township that Pallets North Recycling was a "Home Occupation" or "Home Industry",
and that it was permitted to operate in an agricultural zone. As; a result of the position taken
by the Township, Pallets North decided to increase the size and scope of its business to the
point where it now employs approximately 10 people, it regularly burns rnateria1s in open
fires and there is a steady wave of heavy trucks accessing two driveways from the 3rd line.
The business operates 5 days a week from 8:00 am to 5:00 p.rn with some overtime. Noise
from the saws and hammering machines has continued daily, the number and size of pallet
heaps has grown substantial1y, the area of property which is used for outdoor storage
(approximately 5 acres) has rapidly expanded and there have been no attempts by the owners
to exercise business and community responsibility by developing and complying with an
appropriate site plan.
By virtUe of Development Application P-I05/00, Bowes and Braden have admitted that their
business is not simply a "Home Industry" as defined in the OfficiaJ Plan. However, they are
appealing for council's approval to rezone on the bM~i~ that after operating for over one year,
simply it would be economical1y difficult for the business to relocate.
It is our respectful submission that Pallets North Recycling does not confonn to the Epirit and
intent of the Oro-Medonte Official Plan. With respect, Bowes and Braden are working
backwards. They decided to start an industrial business, (which by their own admission has
grown substantially over the past year) and now, after the fact, they are trying to fit
themselves within the Official Plan policies and Zoning By-law. It is our respectful
submission that they are trying to fit a square peg into a round hole. As much as Mr. Bowes
and Ms. Braden would like the business to remain where it is, we submit that the Official Plan
po]ices do not permit a business of this type and this size to locate on agricultural lands.
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The Vision ofthe Official Plan states; that the agricultural areas are an important component of
the Township. As a result, the fragmentation of those areas and the introduction of
incompatible uses is strongly discouraged.
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The objectives of the Agricultural provisions include promoting the agricultural industry,
preserving the agricultural character of the Township and maintaining the open countryside.
However, the Township also recognizes that the nature of farming is changing, and that
additional activities, such as home industries can be carried out in the Agricultural designation
without any impact to' existing agricultural or rural uses. Heme industries are small scale
industrial uses which are accessory to agricultural uses and which do nQt alter the principal
use of the property for agriculture. It is expected that home industries win operate in an Qut
building. The types of businesses which fall within this definition inc1ude welding, carpentry,
electrical shops or agriculturally related uses that involve the procession of crops or other
agricultural products.
11 is clear that the-intent of the Agricultural policies is to permit fanners to' complement their
farming operations by carrying on a related but am an Bcale industrial businese. For example,
if a fanner with cucumber crops decided to' operate a small pickling operation in an out
building, that may well be considered a related and accessory use to the primary fanning
operation. Similarly, produce stands. and small scale businesses which produce goods from
the very crops which are farmed would certainly conform to the Official Plan policies.
However, it is submitted that it is not the intent of the Agricultural policies to permit
industrial businesses which have no connection or relationship to fanning. The key
component is that the sma11 scale industrial use must be 2ccessory to an agricultural use.
With respect, Mr. Bowes and Ms. Braden are not fanners. A portion of their lands is leased
for corn production, however they are not involved in any aspect of that operation. Their only
business is Panets North Recycling. Even if Mr. Bowes and Ms. Braden were considered
fanners, Panets North Recycling has absolutely no connection or relationship to corn
production.
Similarly, the size and nature of Pallets North Recycling is far beyond being an accessory use
to a single detached dweHing. By its very name, Palleb; Nerth Recycling is a "Recycling
Establishment" as well as an "Industrial Use" as defined in the Zoning By-law. "Recycling
Establishment" is defined as premises in which used materials are separated andJor processed
prior to shipment to other users who will use those materials to manufacture new or recycled
products. "Industrial Use" is defined as the manufacturing, processing, finishing, treating,
ornamenting, altering, fabricating, or assembly of raw materials or recyc1ed material or the
adapting for sale of of any good, substance, a.rticle or thing."
The Official Plan contemplates that "Recycling Est3bllshmenti;" and "Jndustrial Uses" will be
permitted in the "Industrial" areas Qf the Township. Most of the lndustrial areas in Oro-
Medome are along the highway 11 corridor. For a business such as Panets Nonh, there WQuld
be advantages in locating closer to highway 11. For example, truck and employee travel may
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be quicker and more convenient. The Official Plan also contemplate:s that "Recycling
Establishments" and u1ndustrial Uses" will only be permitted if a site plan is in place. which
among other things, pTGhibits outdoor storage and single detached dwe11ings, determines
entrances and parking facilities, provides for f~ncing or other buffers, addre88es fire
regulations and site servicing (sewage & water).
The site plan is the means of contro11ing what a business can and cannot do on the property,
and it sets out the limits and extent of use which a business can make of the lands. The proper
procedure is fOT the site plan to be in pl8Ce before the bU3ines~ st~ operating. Not the other
way around. If a business has a site plan in place, and wants to expand its operation in the
future, then the Planning Act and the Zoning By-law provide a procedure for making further
application to the Township to expand. After public input council would then decide whether
the application to expand or enlarge the operation confinns to the Official P1an and Zoning
By-law.
It is our submission that Panets North Recycling is a perfect example of the dangerous
implications of not having municipal controls in place before a new business startS. We have
been advised by Township staff for over a year that a "site plan" is in the works. However
and in the meantime, instead of getting a plan into place, and abiding by it, Pallets North has
taken the liberty of growing larger, hirinS more employees and U5;inS more agricultural land
for unsightly storage. It has burned bigger and more frequent open fires apparently with the
approval of the Fire Chief, it has increased the frequency and size of truck traffic and it now
appero-s before council to convince you that it complies with the Official Plan
In the absence of an application for an Official Plan amendment, it is submitted that the
Bowes and Braden application for rezoning does not conform to the policies of the Official
Plan. It is respectfully submitted that jf council were to adopt the proposed By-law, not only
would it be acting contrary to the Official Plan., but a precarious: precedent would be
established. Imagine the possible implications: what would stop any other non agricultural
industry from setting up business wherever it wanted. We submit that Panets North is no a
"Home Industry". It is a ful1 blown industrial operation with no municipal controls on it at
the moment.
In closing it is respectful1y submitted that Panets North ought to locate on lands which are
specifically intended for "Industria}" operations and which are available in other parts of the
Township. The economics of moving this business should not be a reason or justification for
council to approve it in its present location.
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We thank you for the opportunity to make submissions on this maner and we would request
that the Township keep us infonned of any further developments.
Y OUTE very truly,
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er many s\eep1ess nights I'm here to express myself with regard to
iHegal business that has been operating next door to me for over one
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ay i11egal, because with a11 due respect 10 Mr. Bowes and Ms. Bradeny
e fact that we are here tonight is an admission of non compliance.
Mr. Bowes' operation was indeed uhome industry" there would be
)so1utely no reason to rezone.
l March of last year my wife and 1 noticed that the smal1 home
}dustry that Mr. Bowes had described to me, was getting larger.
alertes gobbled up more and more acreage and were strewn in no
tarticu1ar order. Tractor trailers were now in and out of the property. A
aTge road to faci1itate these trailm was built. Hauling trucks came and
~ent. Heavy nuxil1ary power was instaned. B1aring rock music and
,Qud hammering could be heard from the plant. Large open fires burned
in the front and rear of the property. It was clear that this was now more
than just a carpente.r or woodworking shop with one employee. This was
now a fun-scale non agricultural,industrial business.
My wife and I wrote our first Jetter of concern to the planning
committee last April 24. We received no response.. We fol1owed up
.through letter and end1ess phone cans and still no one would address
OUT concerns. How could this kind of operation get approval when it so
- clearly defied the outHne provided in the official p1an? Again., no one
could give me an answer.
Finally after many stressfu1 and frustrating months, we felt we had no
choice but to seek LE9AL COUNSEL.
I am not in the business of putting people out of work. I have heard
some account of how this industry is helping the environment, how i is
employing men..how it is thriving. 1 suppon any man or woman trying
to make a living. We did it for 50 years. However, we did it iJ\wne that
was suirnble to our busin~ss. .Mr. Bow~s and Ms. Baden did not.
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~e re-zoning is granted this \vin set a dangerous precedent for
ryone who owns ngricultura1 land in Oro. Bylaws must be
~arched before business are buHt, not after..
senior citizens, we live on a fixed income. My days of bui1ding
siness and taking risk' are over. Three rea1tors have confinned that
s operation win negatively affect the value of my home.
is 1and is my security. J assumed the township's bylaws were there to
)tect it. Did I assume wrong????
.an.k you.
HAROLD AND PATRICIA DIVINE
RF: APF'!. I CAT I ON FOF\: RE.- ZON 1 NG. PART LOT 29. CONC. 4.
Some time
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in 1999 ..,n .:Il..,rminc event h.:looened on Line 3 North in
Oro/Medonte. Almost overnight .:In industry bee..,n
on prooertv .:Iffection..,tely known .:IS "the Old Wrieht
mushroomed overnight to oiQ..,ntic crooortions before
h..,d .., ch..,nce to re..,lize wh..,t w..,s t..,kinq pl..,ce.
Enouiries to the M.:Iyor. v..,r10US council members ..,nd offici..,ls of
the Townshio informed us th..,t this business wes ooeretina under
the qLlise of .., "Home I ndustrv" license. When Dressed for .:I
definition of "Home Industry" we were told th..,t it wes intended
for cersons who want to run .., sm..,ll business. out of their
9.:1r..,ge~ b..,sement. or b..,rn. cerhacs. and ocer..,ted solely bY
themselves and/or f..,mily members. The Mavor and some members of
Council agreed with us~ at that time. th..,t Pellets North hed fer
exceeded the sDlrit and intent of a "Home IndL!strv" license.
Now we heve
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carryino on
with which
no diseoreement with the spirit and
Indeed. there are a number of
business 01 varlOUS tyces wlthin
we have no croblem.
1ntent of a "home
home industries
the neiohborhood.
However. I submit. L.:Idies and Gentlemen. that Pallets North does
not fit 1nto this c.:lteoorY for the following reasons -:
1) Pallets North .:Ind its proprietors are not farmlne. True.
they nave acreaqe which 15 currentlv rented out and oroduces
crops. I believe this rental aoreement was 1n olace before they
acou1red the crooerty. Will thev scrawl out even further
when this aoreement exclres? ThlS is en ever-oresent concern
q 1 yen thei r his torv of accaren t non-.:;;\dheren ce to "Home
IndLtstrv" gLtldellnes.
2) Pallets North have admitted Quite ooenlv that thev employ
between 5 - 10 non-related oersons. and. indeed. caraded
these emclovees oroudlv before the Plannlna Advisory
Committee on February 20. 2001.
3) It is our understandino th..,t. after our initial complaints.
certaln conditlons were imoosed ucon Pallets North to make
the1r business less disructive and the imoact of their
unsiohtly mess less vlsible to nelohbors and cassersby.
We have seen no eV1dence that any of these conditions have
been met. with the exceotion of some bermino of a small
amount of footaae at roadslde. In fact. a further driveway
was aaded to the orocertv (presumably to accommoaate the
incre.:lsed truck traffic). These driveways are not malntained
reaularlv 1n the wlnter months and trucKS ana vehlcles are
often forced to oark on the road.
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this because of their aoricultural status. But who w11l foot
the b1ll 11 such a bonfire oets out of control and spreads
to the surrounding trees. Does Pallets North have the
necessary fire fighting equipment on site?
5) Last. but not least. there is the croblem of the used wood
that is left lYing around. Accordino to the The Ministry
of Natural Resources and the Canadian Forestry Services
these skids. the source of which may be uncertain. can be
host to non-indigenous insects. harmful to our native trees.
Every morning this week residents of this area have been
subjected to aerial spraYing of evergreen trees to prevent
Pine False Webworm infestation gaining even more of a hold on our
forests. Pine False webworm is a non-indigenous sawfly not found
in Ontario until 1961. One only has to travel alono Line 3 North
to see the damage this infestation has caused.
Finally there is the cuestion of land values. The land values of
ne1ghbouring croperties may already have declined as a result of
this undes1rable business venture: it seems certain they will
decline further if this business is allowed to remain and indeed
proceed to industrial status.
Until now Members of Council and the Planning Advisory Committee
have not heard from the closest neichbours. those who have been
1moacted the most by the unsightlY mess and noise. With all due
respect the letters from neiohbours endorsino this business live
the furthest away from Pallets North and. indeed. one does not
even reside on Line 3 North.
Orc-Medonte has an Official Plan. dulv accepted by its Council
and residents. with specific sites set aside for 1ndustrial use
for such businesses as Pallets North. This site. upon which
Pallets North 15 operat1ng is deS10nated AGRICULTURAL. Does 1t
make any sense to allow an industrial zoning in this area?
Should the ambitions of Pallets North supercede the1r closest
neighbors' desire for ceace and quiet. safety. the protection and
preservation of ecologicallY sensitive lano~ and the rational
adherence to our Official Plan?
Compliance with their re~uest
North's seeminglY deliberate
::one.
would simplY accommodate Pallets
nonconformity in an agricultural
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Rescectfullv submitted to Oro/Medonte Counc11. June 20th 2001.
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P~stal Address: R.R.l.. Shanty Bay. On. LOL 2L0. 1726-19311
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FAX TRANSMJSSJON 705-487-0133
Attention: Marilyn Pennycook, Clerk
the Corporation ofTovmsrup ofOro-Medonte
P.O. Box 100
ORO ON LOL 2XO
Dear Ms. Pennycook:
RE: Bowes & Braden: Application for Re:wning
Concession 4, Pflrt of Lot 8 (Oro) Development
AppJication P-I05100
Our client: Mr. and Mrs. Harold Divine
OUR FILE NO. H34.523.001SW
This is further to the public meeting which was held on June 20, 2001. Would you kindly
advise whether the Township Planner has prepared her follow up report, and if so, may we
have a copy of that report as soon as possible. In addition, we would appreciate your advice
regarding when you expect Council to make its decision on the Bowes and Braden application
for rezoning.
We happened to come across an article in the Orillia Packet & Times relating to a group home
which is currently operating in an agricultural zone in the Township. The Mayor was reported
to say that the "Township will not stand for people who thumb their noses at the zoning by-
law and start operating a business in contravention of the zoning by-law". A copy of 'that
article is enclosed for your review.
Our clients' submission all along is that from the day it started operating, Pallet5 North ha:s
been in contravention of the zoning by-law. It is an industrial business operating in
agricultural zone. 1 would like to emphasize a critical point: for all new industrial businesses
which wish to operate in an industrial Zone, the Township would have to be satisfied that 2
site plan was in place before the business would be permined to operate. Bowes and Braden
started operating an industrial busines3 in an agricultural zone without any site plan or other
controls in place. Now they are trying to backtrack by saying that they are really a "home
industry" .
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Fred Hack~r J.D., Q.C. John Gip1i1e B.A., t.t..I3.
Gre~ Ric.e B.A.~ LLB.. Ted Symone B.Ss.. LL.B.
Dc;\nt t;wnn B.A.. LL.B. Frank PizziteUi LL.B. Lt..M (Tax)
Lynn Burgos, B.A..LL.D Ouisl;nc Mannen D.A., LL.B,
PeleT it,tne B.A.. M.A.. LL.B c~lhcr Annchuk-Bsll B.A., 1.1..11.
Seon Fairley B.A.. M.A.. LL.B. To)}; NieuwhofD.St.Phm.. LL.B
Broce W~ite Q.e, (Senior Counsel)
Address; 518 Yantlc Street, ~1idhlnd. OntMio US< ~CS
Ph()n~: 705.~26.2231 Fu: 705.526.0313
Lawyer: Esther Armchul:-Ball S.26..2232 cxt. 265 / cSlher@hgr.ca
:"s:;inam: 8arb Dunlop 526.2232 ~xt. 249 I bnrbd@hgr.ca
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We have made numerous submissions to support the oonclusion that Pallets North is not a
"home industry". 111e Township's planning documents anticipate that a "home industry" will
operate exclusively inside one outbuilding located on the property. The very nature and size
of the business as it exists today, the fact that it is requesting 9 acres of land for future
expansion, and the fact that it admits that it does require a site plan. ought to be sufficient
proof that the business in no way complies to the zoning by-law or Official Plan. The proper
procedure is for the business to locate on properly zoned lands. and then submit a site plan for
approval by the Township, which site plan will dictate and control exactly how. the business
will operate. The zoning and site plan do not come after the faot, contrary to Ms. Menzies'
submission at the public meeting. Why should Pallets North be exempted from the standard
procedure which the Township's planning documents provide for new industrial business
which intends to operate in the Township?
We would again urge Council to deny this application and to ensure that all businesses follow
the rules when "setting up shop" in the Township. We look forward to your early reply
regarding this application.
We would appreciate you providing a copy of this letterto members of Council.
Yours very truly,
(IJ~'y~R GI?\AC RICE
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Esther Armchuk-Ball
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ORILLIA PACKET &. TIMES A3
:
IGEST
rtion
Hawkln' Is the LeIJon
.",UxU\ary member wbo vis.
ile In t.he1r dylns 4iI.yB. Tbe
lUirTIe "'II! ginn in Mon.
I1110n. The Packsl &: 'I'izne,
the error and MY inCDnve-
it may heve a~.
C board reGcho. d.al
III.mentel')' teacher.
Simcoe County District
Board annoUJ1cvd Monday
"as tentatJwly agnf>cl1O a
~J W:lh lis uJementary
:5, No details of the now deal
rt:!c~$cd u."riJ both parties
111ft~d. it. The bonrd ia IIJX'"
to give it6 OK at a tnHllnc
Ir:ltlay. The curnmt contraC1
; Aug. 31.
, ..-k tip. obout
oy night ~rln9
\r.e and their K.9 unit were
,nto aC1ion SUnday ebout
,hi ..h~n a man WAS bellum
obOd outside the l'iue An-
al" In downtown OriJ!!a.
",.. 1b\d u.. CntlUiD Provin-
lice the ma.'1 wa., repeatociJy
i1J1d punched: !hen one of'
~c!\e~ emptiud the vict!m's,
s. No &US~ have yot beer
m""'3e6 lold police there
number of people wno 1M'
een the att3ck bllt who djI
main to talll with IJOUce/hc
, ",,,,, ......ins ..nyone win \r..
t ion to call Crime Stop,~ lit
222-TrPS.
L dmr narrow"
Pel eloctnxutiol
:.o.Ct::BRIDGE-A deJvcry drI.
.hoae trUck ~Ol entjtaJed in
~ad electrical wiret)alutday
'ph~n' l><Iy IInntl-fO., en,..,.
't!moved irom hi5 rhlcle and
:>t injured. The Ojarlo
flCW Police say a.'2r thP.
of the \ruck hit'" wires.
((Ire pule. wen: .mpPClt and
. am! phone 'arice ww; In.
,ted In !.he area"T m06! of
LOCAL NE\\7S
Group home troubles township
Judg" erd.,. ChrIstian
HoriIoDIJ Oro-Medonte
to worl out ilfferences
~ Mix. 'II>....""n
, 'M ~.lt.CJLtI .... Tima
ORO.MEDONTt-This town.
ship. a.'!i an oI1!lI.I'\.i2atJon opcrntin~
a homo.'or menlally<hallenged peo.
ple on }Ino G. hE"" be;,n oroon>d by a
:3ujX.'!'1:Ir Court jUCljIe to Tn..,t JUlY b
In Tt>XJnIO 10 try 10 te,;o]ve their dlf.
ferat>eS.
'Jje orgcni:u.t1on, Christian
HoJtZOTl!I, ~ a non.proflt croup that
so"ral years IIgo boughl an aUrae-
1I't ilJ1d laree home on 20 hect~ru,
If} acres) i."! a secludod farm area on
Lm 6, noar Old t\l!r.-1c Road West.
The o1l!M1:zation. funded by the
:"1nW'IO gownunent. then opened a
iroUP home for four roental\Y-<:haJ.
Ilensed people nnd applied to the
,ownohip feT a puUcuna permit to
:make renavation5,
A bulldinl! permit WII' wranted
but thB tDW1ish~ revoked the \1Onnit
when wrong information. it r.on.
tand!. wa.~ (H,;covered on an a!lp]1ca.
tbm form. Chr!st1nlj Hori:wns has
also a.aked the tOWT1$hlp for parmi,.
sian 10 aUow a "coromunltY \'1)I;iden-
tlal facility" at the 6ite. but the town.
sh.!p curnei1 m~ <lDwn.
Nearby re$loonts have bO&n
proleeting because they don't wa.nt
"0 in.lityuan..l 81"OUP 4om. beJIli
locatod in an I\rca tbat is zoned for
"agriculturaJ/rurnJ" and. accolU\J)Q
10 the residenta. intendod mainly tor
single iamlly hoIl"..ea, and flU"tnS.
Howover. accord In;; to the by1aw,
Oro.Medonte's scrlcu!turc/rural
designallon also allows the foHow.
=::,c...._ ~
I City will
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A nOIl-prctlt organl2ation called Chrl6tillll Horizons hll6 opened thIS
group home lor mentally-challenged people In a QUiet. heavily-wooded
I=rming oree on Line e in Oro-MeOOnte. cnrlStlan Honzons has taken
ttIB tOwnship to court 10 lon;e il to allow the opemlJon oltha home. which
is being run in defiance of the municipallty's 2.Oning bylaws.
i.'1~ hed :lnd breskfut oullut~: <:U6- t.O mako the opa!'"Btion 10l!a!.
torn worksh/)p~; hone farms: r~rm The JudGe of t!JO Superior Court
ProclUCD sale cutle!.,: hobby fanns: of Justice in J<lIchonor h......d ho~n
h/)m~ industries; marKllt Hardens; .Jdes of the case and then ordered
piu; portable II.Sphl!1t pJant.Ii; private the p:lrlles to try and rellch Ii solu.
dub$; prtlr.lte home dAY ca.'11: veteri. lion at <I meeting on July 6 in Toron.
nary cllnJC!>. ana waY~IIIO pitt,. 10.
Ch.tMian Horizons. which be- Richard Ha:iJboom. 1be IlIwyor
!levesthe cllre of muntally-d\53blod for Christian Horuo1\.', told The
"e"ple In a qUIOI rural se!!!!!!; u; ~ 1'acJ\e1 that ho belil!Vl?s!he hoUJe:is
proper U$e of its build\nc, took the bein~ usod properly He said that the
township 10 court March 23 to force pt'l)ple JJv bit meTe h:)\/e the "6.IllI'te
the '0\UmCIj111Hty to approvt\ tho rights as you <lnd me" to II"" in 11
!:roup home. family setting in their own home.
As lit.. municipiI! 10011\1; bylaw Hullxlom said that it the JUly S
stan()~. ;1 J;rot~? r..on\w \1i ~\U~ p..'rmit. mQfoUnS in Tvrunto fai1:s. then Chria.
tea IInd ~ <oninl! chao'!!:e IS ner.~~~;u-y tia.." HorjU)n~ wiJ! be back In court
With u,., t.!>1>mCthip.
Thl. attitude anllen Oro-
Medonte ~ lan &an1.
He 811111 that he', perturbed that
, aome -people can move 11110 a com-
mun\~ tilI!reprd the aon1nt! byln\lf$,
"thumb !.heir noses at 1:18" and begin
buainaa.
. Boerd aa!d the townal\4J b& a d&-
mocratlc 'Proceas tor genlng .sr
I'T.",.,Ja and thus applU1lnD.y wasn'!
foUowod In th1a case.
The miQ'Or said It's the wrong
p\Aco fer ...u. .. nomo _.- thw>ta
al"e no mWlJctpaJ tralUpOrtiltlon set'
V1ces, and no other auppon $e!'\llces,
In the Iaol4ted a.rua.
He also sa1ll1oc::a1 reaidenu near
the rroup home don't want !t there
bocause they ~ afraid it wUJ_CT'Ow
:.n SlZE anQ t7Iere may oY(!ntually be
"three or tour [STOUP horn.,,} beside
them." ,
t'" 1:114... """"r;utive alrector Of
Christian Horb:ot:l.!. aai.d hit organl.
Ult1an bel:lln With ofI~ camping
pro.......... baok 11\ 110&1 ...... 110'""
cares for 1.000 develoJlltlont.ny
1wu!\aIJ)}'Jed people in Ontario.
'Ron Kolbe, Oro-Medonte'a dl\'ec.
tor of bui1d!nc and plllnnln,. said
Wedne~ 1..'1&t tha u.ae of a single-
r~mlly home as II "coltlmunlty reel-
dell~\a\ J:\c1l1tjl,.. aOSlln. con!tlrm to
the zonlnc bYlaw out the U>Wnai!1p
d09&ll't w16h to evltt anyOI\ll. He eaid
tn..... _.... cIo..M of poop1e at It .....
cent meetins: caUed to proteat
Q811Wt the C'I'WP home.
11'1 an a1t\davit fl1oc! with th..
COurt. Kolbe contends that 8'V8n
thOU8h Ita bui1d\ng :perJn1t had been
revoked. Christian Hortulns "I\a$
chosen to Ignore tho PDliition of'the
townihip and htu COJnDleled the nmo
ovation or the residence in <;OI!\J)Jete
c:!isresarc of the 10wnS!UP'S zonIng
bylaw. and 115 bUlIl\1ns pormit."
Leacock poses
a challenge/
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TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE
REPORT
DEPARTMENT REPORT TO: PREPARED BY:
Fire Report # 2002-07 Members of Council Paul Eenhoorn, Fire Chief
SUBJECT: DEPARTMENT:
Council
Monthly Fire Report Fire and Emergency
Services
C.ofW. For April, 2002
DATE:
Motion #
May 23, 2002
Date
DATE
ST A TION
TIME
TYPE
LOCATION
DAMAGE
Station #5 Carbon 9812 Highway 12
April 1,2002 Wanninster 09:58:00 Monoxide Call
Station #3 Chimney 158 Huron Woods
April 1, 2002 Horseshoe 13:06:02 Overheat Drive
Station #5 Dishwasher 1628 Mt. St. Louis
April 2,2002 Wanninster 13: 44: 01 Overheat Road East
Station #5 Brush Fire 64 Stagecoach
April 2, 2002 Wanninster 09:42:30 Road
Station #3 Alann, No 16 Green Mountain
April 3, 2002 Horseshoe 19:21:52 Fire Court
Station #2 Motor Vehicle Highway 11 NIB,
April 4, 2002 Hawkestone 09:27:24 Accident @ Line 6
Station #1 Motor Vehicle Highway 11 SIB,
April 5,2002 Shanty Bay 02:31:54 Accident I VSA North of Highway 93
Station #3 Ambulance 129 Huron Woods
April 5,2002 Horseshoe 08:30: 12 Assist Drive
Station #1 Police Request Highway 11 SIB,
April 5, 2002 Shanty Bay 03:53:52 Search North of Hiqhway 93
Station #3 Smell of Smoke 847 Old Barrie Road
Apri16,2002 Horseshoe 21:40:05 From Furnace
Station #1 Ambulance 2022 Ridge Road
April 6, 2002 Shanty Bay 19: 17: 17 Assist West
Station #f3 Motor Vehicle Highway 400 NIB,
April 7,2002 Moonstone 13: 19:08 Accident S. of Mt. St. Louis Rd.
Station #2 Hydro Wires, 2890 Lakeshore Road
April 8,2002 Hawkestone 23:29:22 Transfonner East
Station #1 Ambulance 2240 Highway 11 S
April 8, 2002 Shanty Bay 05: 10:45 Assist
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DATE
STATION
TIME
TYPE
LOCATION
DAMAGE
Station #6 Ambulance 1 Slalom Drive
April 10,2002 Moonstone 19:37:00 Assist
Station #1 Alann - No Fire, 19 Barrie Terrace
ADri110,2002 Shanty Bav 09:41:42 Accidental
Station #2 Natural Gas 10 Forest Plain
April 11, 2002 Hawkestone 18:58: 13 Leak Road
Station #3 Appliance 33 Sugarbush Road
April 13, 2002 Horseshoe 18: 19:25 Overheat
Station #3 Unauthorized 2118 Old Barrie
April 14, 2002 Horseshoe 22:02: 10 Burn Road
Station #2 Unauthorized 150 Shoreline Dr.
April 15,2002 Hawkestone 19:53: 19 Burn
Station #2 Multi Vehicle Highway 11 NIB,
April 15,2002 Hawkestone 17:39:48 Accident South of Line 15
Station #3 Rubbish Fire 50 Huron Woods
April 15, 2002 Horseshoe 19:22: 10 Drive
Station #3 Ambulance 18 Pine Lane
April 16, 2002 Horseshoe 00: 13: 18 Assist
Station #5 Grass Fire Horseshoe Valley Rd.,
April 19,2002 Wanninster 22:29:35 @ Line 3
Station #2 Burning 481 Lakeshore,
April 20, 2002 Hawkestone 11: 40: 00 Complaint Between Li ne 8 & 9
Station #4 Ambulance 63 Cameron Drive
April 20, 2002 Ruabv 14:05:35 Assist
Station #3 Electrical Wires 3 Monica Court
April 22, 2002 Horseshoe 23:04:21 Overheat
Station #5 Ambulance 3765 Line 12 North
April 23, 2002 Wanninster 11: 33:38 Assist
Station #4 Structure Fire, Line 13 North & Bass $ 500.00 L
April 23, 2002 Rugby 19:55: 35 Plav I Fort House Lake area .OOS
Station #2 Buming Campbell Ave.
April 23, 2002 Hawkestone 09: 16:38 Complaint
Station #3 Vehicle Fire, Line 6 North, between
April 24, 2002 Horseshoe 05: 15:49 Abandoned 15/16 S.R. & Old UNKNOWN
Barrie Road
Station #2 Call Cancelled Highway 11 SIB,
Apri128,2002 Hawkestone 18:22: 12 Enroute South of Line 15
Station #4 Motor Vehicle Old Barrie Rd., East
April 28, 2002 Ruabv 18:58:25 Roll Over of Line 11
Station #1 Hydro Wires Ridge Road and
April 28,2002 Shanty Bay 09:57:21 Down I Fire Ranae Road
Station #5 Motor Vehicle 9701 Highway 12
ADril 28, 2002 Wanninster 18:30:58 Accident
Station #5 Motor Vehicle Highway 12 @
April 28, 2002 Wanninster 18:39:00 Accident Conder Drive
Station #2 Unauthorized 17 Moon Point Road
April 28, 2002 Hawkestone 04:34:00 Bum
Station #5 Vehicle 4555 Line 11 North
April 29,2002 Wanninster 08:57:06 Overheat
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DATE
STATION
TIME
TYPE
lOCATION
DAMAGE
Station #3 Ambulance Horseshoe Resort,
Apri129,2002 Horseshoe 21:43:50 Assist Silks Restaurant
Station #3 Motor Vehicle Old Barrie Road,
April 30, 2002 Horseshoe 15:32:51 Extrication @ Line 2
Station #4 Ambulance 69 Cameron Drive
April 30, 2002 RUQbV 12: 18:47 Assist
Structure and Vehicle Fire
Dollar Value lost
Dollar Value Saved
$
500.00
$ 0.00
Ambulance Assist Calls comparison: April calls 2001 - 2, 2002 - 9
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Training Sessions
Station #1
Station #2
Station #5
Shanty Bay
Hawkestone
Warminster
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Station #3
Station #4
Station #6
Horseshoe
Rugby
Moonstone
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Inspection Record for the Month (including Fire Prevention / Public Education)
Commercial
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Residential! Bed & Breakfast
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Industrial
Schools! Assembly! Church
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Wood stove
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Daycare! Camps! Hall Tours
Comments or Recommendations by Fire Chief and/or Deputy Fire Chief
Extra training / Seminars and Events Attended
Master Plan Meeting with Ontario Fire Marshal in Attendance
Point to Point Communications Show - On Future Radio Equipment
Chiefs Meeting
Chiefs Training Conference
First Aid! CPR Course! Training
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C.A.O. COMMENTS:
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DEPT. REPORT TO: COUNCIL PREPARED BY:
#ES2002-35 Keith Mathieson
SUBJECT & FILE #: DEPARTMENT:
COUNCIL:
Sugarbush Subdivision - Public Works
Phase III, Stage IV -
C.OFW.: Pre-Servicing Agreement -
Section "B" DATE: May 29,2002
MOTION #:
DATE: R. M. FILE #: D12-10970
The former Township of Oro and the Developer, Monica Interior Design Ltd., entered into a
Subdivision Agreement in 1988 for the construction of Phase III of the Sugarbush development. The
Developer is now planning on proceeding with the final stage of the development, consisting of 48
lots.
The Developer is planning on developing this final Phase in three (3) Sections:
. Section "A" - consisting of seven (7) lots fronting on the existing Sixth Line;
· Section "8" - consisting of 19 lots on Ironwood Trail;
. Section "C" - consisting of 22 lots on Ironwood Trail and Ash Court.
The Township and the Developer are presently working on an amended Subdivision Agreement and
revised Engineering drawings to reflect the red line revisions to the Draft Plan and updated
Engineering Standards. This Agreement will be presented to Council upon completion.
The Developer is requesting to enter into a Pre-Servicing Agreement with the Township to construct
Section "8", 19 lots on Ironwood Trail, as described in Schedule"A" of the Pre-Servicing Agreement.
The Developer has deposited the required cash deposit with the Township.
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1. THAT Council receives and adopts this report.
2. THAT the Township of Oro-Medonte, Monica Interior Design Ltd., and Modco Investments Ltd.
enters into a Pre-Servicing Agreement for Phase III, Stage IV, Section "B", as described in
Schedule "A" of the Pre-Servicing Agreement.
3. THAT the Clerk prepares the appropriate By-law for Council's consideration.
~e~~IY submitted,
Keith Mathieson
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Paul DeVillers
M.P. FOR SIMCOE NORTH
DEPUTE DE SIMCOE-NORD
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HOUSE OF COMMONS / CHAMBRE DES COMMUNES
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(613) 992.6582
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Midland, May 15,2002
Mayor and Council
Township of Oro-Medonte
P.O. Box 100
Oro, ON
LOL 2XO
Dear Mayor and Council
This year we will celebrate the Golden Jubilee of Her Majesty's accession to the throne
as Queen of Canada.
To commemorate this milestone, Her Excellency the Right Honourable Adrienne
Clarkson, Governor General of Canada, will be issuing Commemorative Medals to me
for fonnal presentation to notable residents of Simcoe North. I therefore respectfully
request your assistance in selecting three (3) people rrom the Township of Oro-Medonte
who you feel are deserving of receiving this medal.
Persons should be selected in recognition of a significant achievement or distinguished
service to their fellow citizens, their community or to Canada. A more extensive
description of the selection guidelines and criteria are attached for your reference.
Once your selections have been made, please forward the following details to me for
each of the two people chosen:
Recipient's full name
(Rank or Title if applicable)
Home address (and mailing address if different)
Telephone number
Please also include a short statement as to why each recipient was selected.
Your submission of this information to my office no later than June 3d}, would be
greatly appreciated, so that I may in turn forward it to the office ofthe Governor General.
361, RUE KING STREET
MIDLAND, ONTARIO
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(705) 527-7654
FAX: (705) 527-7668
RIDING OFFICES / BUREAUX DE CIRCONSCRIPTION
1-800-265.0228
55, RUE NonAWASAGA STREET
ORILLlA, ONTARIO
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FAX: (705) 327-8310
2, RUE POYNTZ STREET
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PENET ANGUISHENE
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On receipt of the medals, which will be sent to me, my scheduling assistant will contact
your office to arrange a mutually agreeable date to present them at your Council
Chambers, or at an alternate location of your choice.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Sherry Ariganello at my Midland
office at 527-7654.
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THE COMMEMORATIVE MEDAL FOR
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CRITERIA AND GUIDELINES
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THE SELECTION OF RECIPIENTS
The Commemorative Medal was created on the occasion of the Golden Jubilee of Her
Majesty=s accession to the Throne as Queen of Canada. To be eligible to receive the Medal, a
person must:
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1. b~ a Canadian citizen, not necessarily resident in Canada at the time of awarding;
2. have made a significant contribution to Canada or to a p~icular province,
territory, region or community within Canada, or have made an outstanding
achievement abroad that brings credit to Canada; and
3.
have been alive on February 6, 2002, the fiftieth anniversary of Her Majesty=s
accession to the throne.
All members of the Order of Canada and individuals on the National Table of Precedence
are designated recipients so they should not be included on lists selected by partners.
Based on the experience acquired through previous commemorative medal programs, the
integrity of such programs is dependent on public trust in the selection process. The following
guidelines are offered for your consideration:
1. the cr~ation of a committee to assist with the selection of recipients is suggested.
2. the recipients should be exemplary citizens whose service and achievements
extend over a period of years; youth should be included in the list.
3. the list of recipients should ref]e~t the demographics of the region or cOIlli.liunity.
4. the list of recipients should withstand public scrutiny.
Recipients::: names and the partners who selected them will be part of the public record.
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1241 Bass Lake Sideroad East
R. R. #2
Hawkestone, Ontario
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May 27,2002
Township ofOro-Medonte
P.O. Box 100
Oro, Ontario
LOL 2XO
Attention: Oro-Medonte Township Council
RE: CAPIT ALEXPENSES - JARRA TT COMMUNITY HALL
Dear Council Members:
The Jarratt Community Hall Board members would like to request some help regarding capital
expenses. As you are aware, we became the new Hall Board after the capital expenses were to
be submitted. Therefore we would like you to review three requests we have at this time.
1. ROOF
We have received 3 quotes. Photocopy of quotes attached.
o K. S. Roofmg, R. R. #1 Oro Station LOL 2EO
$8206.90 includes taxes / tippage fees / 5 yr workmanship / 8 roof vents / New Chimney &
step flashing.
o Brentwood Roofmg, 22 Line 14 South, R. R. #1, Orillia L3V 6H1
$7813.14 includes taxes / tippage fees / Reseal Chimney / 5 yr workmanship
o A & G Roofmg, 10 Brammer Dr., Dnit 6, Orillia L3V 7T4
$7250.00 + GST / tippage fees extra / New Flashing & Vents /2 rolls Grace Watershie1d on
front entrance.
2. PAINTING
We would like to paint the front entranceway, wainscoting upstairs, trim and both washrooms. This
area has not been painted since the early part of 1980. We requested 3 quotes - 3 local painters came
and viewed the building, only two companies submitted quotes. Photocopy of quote attached.
o J. M Construction, 1120 Mt. St. Louis Road, R. R. #3, Coldwater LOK lEO
$3,120.00 Labour & Materials + if we wish to paint panelling $2,930.00 = $6,050.00 + GST
o Fine Finish Painting, Markus Koenig - 325-1791
$6400.00 + GST Labour & Materials / includes painting panelling
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3. CHAIRS
We do not own the chairs that are located in the lower level of the Hall. They are the property of the
Bass Lake Snowrunners. We would like to purchase the chairs from them.
o Offer $500.00 to the Bass Lake Snowrunners for 50 metal, padded green cloth covered
auditorium chairs.
We hope that you will consider our requests. Please contact us if you have any question regarding any of
these capital expenses.
Yours Cordially,
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Susan Grant
Treasurer
Jarratt Community Hall
cc Chris Carter
All Jarratt Hall Board Members (Photo copies of quotes not attached.)
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Fax No: 326-9827
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Th~ nnder$'g"'ed prope... to furni.h all materials and perlonn all U. bour nocKSnry to complete cUi the wark <:U!...".i"..(! fx:1ow;
Re: Roof on Jarratt Corr.munity :;2111
Strip off existing roof and cl~an 2rea of an dabris.
To Install:
1. 2 Rolls of G:ace Watershield on front entrance
2. 25 Year Shingles
3. New Flashing and Vents
Please Note: 1. AI! contract prices are subject to 7% G.ST.
2. There will be an additional cost for Tippage Fees
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Date: May 26, 2002
To: Jarrett Community Hall
Horseshoe Valley Road
Jarrett, Ontario
Re: Painting of front entrance way to doors leading into basement.
Painting doors and trim with high gloss finish paint.
Painting male and female bathrooms (the dark brown areas only).
Painting auditorium (green areas) to color of choice.
Labor and materials $3,120.00.
Extra: Painting wood paneling to color of choice (above green in auditorium and bathrooms).
Labor and materials $2,930.00
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Coldwater, Ontario, LOK lEO
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Phone 1 705-326-5584
Mayor and Members of Council,
Oro-Medonte Council,
Box 100,
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Oro, Ontario, LOL 2XO
May ]9,2002
Dear Mayor and Council,
I was very upset and concerned to frod that smoking was aJlowed in the office of the LandfiJl Site on Horseshoe
VaHey Road between Line 5 and 6 on two recent visits.
My first action was to attempt to complain about the matter to Simcoe County as the Invoice clearly states" County
of Simcoe" at the top, and I also found the site initially in the Blue Pages under" County" . I received short shrift.
I am still confused about whose responsibility smoking in this building is, suffice to say there should not be any
smoking whatsoever in any building where the public is required to attend; this includes no smoking in back rooms
which may be out of sight.
~. Please let me know the date of the meeting when this item will be decided, I would like to attend if possible.
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Dear Mayor Craig and Members of Council:
It is no secret that the overall health of a community reflects its wellness
across a vast number of areas including economics, sense of community,
quality of life, environment and the provision of adequate health services
among other things.
We have within our community a respected, well-managed (soon to be
expanded), state of the art hospital. However, we are not without our
challenges when it comes to medical servicing. As you are aware we have
been designated provincially as an "under-serviced" community with respect
to sufficient family physicians to service our health care needs. Our medical
community has worked exceptionally hard, with success, over the past
number of years to recruit new doctors. However, the lack of family
physicians is prevalent across the country; the degree of competition
amongst communities for physicians is significant. Without question,
the recruitment of physicians has changed - "supply & demand" for
family physicians must not be ignored. The issue of physician recruitment
is separate from the current need to expand our hospital. While linked, they
address health care at different levels - the abifity to have a family physician
providing office care (inoculations, yearly examinations, prescriptions for an
infection, etc.) vs. in hospital servicing (birthing, emergency stitches, surgery,
dialysis, etc.)
With this thought in mind, a number of area community volunteers identified,
in the spring of 2001 , the need to bring the issue of Doctor Recruitment to the
community level. The issue is a "Community" problem. Why?
. The lack of family physicians puts a strain on those physicians
currently serving our residents,
. It is more difficult to attract businesses to the area knowing that their
employees cannot be guaranteed a physician,
. It is difficult for current employers to attract new employees when they
cannot be guaranteed of finding a physician,
. As the community and hospital continues to grow and expand, the
situation will only escalate and the strain on our hospital and its budget
will grow.
We are fortunate to live in an area that offers many benefits to its residents
from a quality of life standpoint (4-season recreation, safety, arts/culture,
quality schools, friendly & welcoming residents etc.) to its proximity to Toronto
and other large urban centres. One of the key functions of our Committee has
been the development of a community response team to acquainUsell visiting
physicians and their families on these benefits of relocating to our community.
Over the past year we have hosted over 20 physicians and their families (see
the attached list of accomplishments). During these visits we have had the
support from over 25 individuals and businesses (see attached) that have
provided both time and product. We have been successful. In partnership
with the medical community and the community at large we have assisted
with the relocation and integration of six family doctors or specialists.
We hope to continue our efforts of hosting visiting physicians and their
families. We have made a conscious decision not to be come embroiled in
the "incentives" game as a recruitment tool. We are confident that as a
community we have a lot to offer and these quality of life benefits will be
sufficient to entice physicians and their families.
However, the efforts to recruit physicians are not without hard costs. We have
estimated that annually, the cost to host visiting physicians is nearly $60,000.
There are many organizations that can playa role in supporting these efforts
- municipal government is one. As we begin another year of physician
recruitment, we are respectfully asking for your support in the form of a cash
contribution of $1,500 towards our efforts. We will be asking the Townships of
Severn and Ramara and Mnjikaning 151 Nation for contributions of $1 ,500
each and the City of Grillia for $5,000. In light of your population base as
compared to the other townships and with your proximity to Barrie, we believe
that this request is reflective.
We recognize that you receive many requests for assistance. How'ever, the
provision of medical care to our community is fundamental to its overall
wellness. Where will we be without family physicians?
Thank you for your consideration of our request.
Respectfully yours,
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Dr. Norm Kee
Co-chair
Doctor's Recruitment Committee
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Doctor's Recruitment Committee
Community Hosts & Contributors
Lisa Bowlin
Bill Brown
Bob Brown
Rossalyn Bhatt
Brewery Bay Food Co.
Judge Carter
Community Development Corp.
Reta Dennis
East Side Marias
Marsha Feddis
Hardwood Hills -
Hawk Ridge Golf & Country Club
Kiwanis Club
Mariposa Market
Movie Warehouse
Orillia District Chamber of Commerce
Orillia Martial Arts Centre
Orillia Opera House
Orillia YMCA
Ossawippi Express Dining Cars
Pedal Power Bicycle Rentals
Debrah & Ross Rabbitts
Rotary Club
Ron & Darlene Sattler
Senses Salon & Spa
Calvin & Cheryl Stone & family
John Waite
April 2001
May
July
August
September
November
January 2002
February
March
To Date:
Doctor's Recruitment Committee
Accomplishments
- Inaugural meeting of the Committee
- Hosted visit from Drs. Chow from Vancouver
- Hosted visit from Mrs. Okafo & family from New Brunswick
(relocated to Orillia August 2001)
- Hosted visit from Dr. Collins (relocated to Orillia December
2001 )
- Began exploring developing a "turn-key" medical facility
- Hosted visit of 11 Interns with the University of Toronto
- Hosted visit from Drs. Seki from Rhode Island
- Hosted "Appreciation Evening" for all Doctors and their
spouses who have relocated to our community within the past
three years (over 50 guests in attendance)
- Hosted visit from Dr. and Mrs. Seemann
- Conducted survey of Doctors who have relocated to our
community within the past five years
- Created database and map of medical office space including
both vacant and occupied sites
- Hosted visit from Dr. and Mrs. Perrigo & family
- Hosted Dr. Alegreto
- Hosted Dr. & Mrs. Hogan and family from Ohio
-Rec;eived provingialapproval for extension of 'under-serviced'
designation and access to $15,000 grant over four years for
new relocates. Three new family physicians will be applying for
these funds.
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- 3 family physicians have relocated,
- 2 family physicians anticipated to relocate this summer
- 2 specialists have relocated,
- 1 specialist to relocate this summer
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Membership
Member Affiliation Municipality
Bruce Waite, Co-Chair Hospital Foundation, Ramara Township
Kiwanis Club
Dr. Norm Kee, Co-Chair Chief of Staff - OSMH Severn Township
Lisa Bowlin Orillia District Chamber of Severn Township
Commerce
Bob Brown Thor Motors, City of Orillia
Kiwanis Club
Ian Brown City of Orillia City of Orillia
Clayt French Health Trust City of Orillia
Golden K
Donna Hewitt CDC Ramara Township
Community Foundation
Gord Jacox OSMH Board City of Orillia
Lori Koughan City of Orillia City of Orillia
Rose Longo OSMH Board City of Orillia
Hospital Foundation
Dr. Magdi Makar OSMH Severn Township
Dr. James Menlove Family Practice Resident-UofT City of Orillia
Dr. Pritt Pallopson Chief of Staff - July 2002 City of Orillia
Dr. Geordie Ray VP OSMH Medical Staff Severn Township
Ron Sattler Fergus Hill Estates Oro-Medonte Twnshp
For further information please contact:
Donna Hewitt - CDC 325-4903 or Qacdc@c$Qlve.net
Annual Physician Recruitment Budget
Contributions:
Hospital
Orillia District Chamber of Commerce
Rotary
Kiwanis
Community Businesses
City of Orillia*
Township of Oro-Medonte*
Township of Ramara*
Township of Severn*
Mnjikaning 1 st Nation*
Total
$38,000
$1,000
$1,000
$1,000
$5,600
$5,000
$1,500
$1,500
$1 ,500
$1,500
$57,600
Expenses:
Accommodations
Meals
Travel
Entertainment
Sundries
Community Events
Total
$3,500
$6,600
$40,000
$2,500
$1,000
$4,000
$57,600
* denotes request for funding
Based on hosting 20 visits throughout the year
Had already taken into consideration provincial funding support through "underserviced" designation
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I am concerned about an issue that Council will be debating.. restrictions and possible ban on
pesticides on private property.
As a responsible homeowner, I work hard at maintaining my property to ensure I have a healthy
lawn and garden. I utilize a professional lawn care service to ensure a safe and healthy
landscape.
This issue is important to me. I do not want my property to be overrun with weeds and insects
like some city parks and boulevards. I also do not want to risk losing my entire lawn to a grub or
chinch bug infestation. Weeds not only are unsightly, but they compete with my grass, attract
insects, and cause allergic reactions and breathing problems.
Furthennore, I do not want my property value drop after many years of hard work.
I am asking that you oppose such drastic measures as a ban or other restrictions that limit my
choice as to how I maintain my property. All lawn care products available in Canada have been
thoroughly researched and tested and deemed legal and safe by our federal and provincial
governments. Lawn care professionals that apply these products are licensed and highly
regulated by the Ministry of the Environment. I cherish the quiet enjoyment of my home and
landscape and do not want these rights taken away.
I trust you will consider my views as Council debates the issues. Please vote against any ban or
restriction of pesticide use on private property.
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Mayor Ian Beard
Box 100, R.R. 1
Township ofOro-Medonte, Oro
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RECEIVED
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Dear Mayor Beard & Council:
Federal and Provincial Initiatives Achieving
Sigl"!!!!..cant Progress Toward Canadian Pesticide Risk Reduction
My Home - Our Environment, a diverse coalition of Canadian stakeholders, is pleased to
provide your Council with infonnation that will be of assistance at this time of discussion
about pesticides.
Through regulatory activities, the federal! provincial/ territorial governments' Healthy
Lawns Strategy is focussing on reducing reliance on and use of pesticides for lawn care.
The accompanying document provides detail on the following elements that are being
reviewed for change:
. Product types available to homeowners
. Classification of domestic products
. Labelling requirements of pesticide products
. Education and training
Additionally, Health Minister Anne McLelland recently proposed a new Pest Control
Products Act (PCP A) to modernize pesticide legislation.
Facilitating Education and Awareness
My Home - Our Environment stakeholders recognize that pesticide risk reduction will be
accomplished through a combination of regulation, education and awareness. They agree
that developing and implementing education and awareness programs to support pesticide
risk reduction is:
. Complex, and
. Expensive - far beyond the capabilities of anyone group on its own
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They believe the keys to successful education and awareness programs are:
· Sharing of resources to develop the programs
· Communication across Canada to minimize redundant efforts
· Quality and accessibility of the programs
· Allowing sufficient time for development and implementation, and for the change in
pest management techniques to "take hold"
The key reason this diverse group of industry, government and advocacy groups is able to
work together is that there is agreement on at least 95% of pest management messages:
· Healthy plants can best withstand insect, weed and disease attacks
· The Integrated Pest Management (IPM) decision making process is effective in helping
gardeners choose alternatives to pesticides.
The area of disagreement is that some support a total ban of pesticides, while others
support using pesticides in certain situations.
My Home - Our Environment achievements in the past year include:
· Provincial landscape and lawn care associations learned to work together and share
resources. A good example of this is the IPM Accreditation Program developed by
Landscape Ontario and now being reviewed for its potential as a national program.
· A survey of many Canadian municipalities showed a high demand for a cooperative
approach to public awareness and education programs
· Preparations are underway for development of strategic education plans for landscape
service providers, public pesticide vendors, and for public awareness programs.
We urge you to look beyond the rhetoric of the pesticide debate and move toward
constructive solutions. Regardless of which regulations are passed, environmentally
friendly pest management requires homeowners and industry practitioners to learn how to
implement fairly complex "best horticultural practices". This is an achievable goal only if
we are prepared to work co-operatively arid commit resources, time arid patience.
If you would like to be involved with My Home - Our Environment, we encourage your
Councilor Parks I Public Works department to fax us the accompanying response form.
Yours truly,
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Interim Project Manager
Attach: Information form; Healthy Lawns Initiative
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April 2002
The Federal government, the Provinces and Territories have developed an Action Plan to
help Canadians reduce their reliance on pesticides in the urban setting. This Plan includes a
Healthy Lawns Strategy which focusses on pest prevention and the application of pesticides
only when necessary. Some of the elements being reviewed with stakeholders include:
1. Product types available to homeowners
Certain product types are being reviewed for their compatibility with Integrated Pest
Management principles (ie. use pesticides only when necessary). Some product types may
present concerns regarding this principle: combinations of herbicides and fertilizers, those
with multiple active ingredients and those intended for broadcast (complete coverage)
applications. The primary focus is on products used by homeowners for lawn and garden
maintenance.
2. Harmonized classification of domestic (consumer) products
Currently there are several classification systems used as the basis for regulating pesticides
in Canada, once they have been registered under the Federal Pest Control Products Act.
The Provinces may use the Federal classification system or their own system to apply
regulatory control for sale and use. An improved classification system will help facilitate
the adoption of consistent sale, use and education requirements for domestic products.
3. Product Labelling
F or domestic products, the label may be the only link between the contents of the product
and the consumer who will select, use, store and dispose of the product. Homeowners do
not generally have extensive knowledge on the use of pesticides, and clear label
information is essential to ensuring proper use, storage and disposal. The goal of the label
initiative is to make it easier for homeowners to use labels for informed purcb~iI1g; to
understand and follow essential label infonnation and understand and avoid health and
environmental risks.
4. Education and training
'National standards for service provider (eg. lawn care companies) and vendor training will
be enhanced. Providing training with an awareness of the principles of Integrated Pest
Management will aid in responsible pest management decisions and help to provide to
consumers of domestic products reliable advice and infonnation.
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MY HOME-OUR ENVIRONMENT
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Participation in this fax-back information form is appreciated.
Please check .t appropriate boxes
We support co-ordinated efforts to develop
education and awareness programs. If you do not
support this effort, it would be helpful for us to know why
Please keep us updated on the progress of co-
operative education and awareness activities
through My Home-Our Environment.
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In our municipality we currently:
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educational material to increase awa,reness of pesticide usage / reduction,
please list the information below and if possible, send us a copy of your
material so we can amalgamate an inventory. Thanks!
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News Release
The Honourable Anne McLellan, Minister of Health, introduces a bill to
modernize pesticide legislation and protect Canadians
OTTAWA - The Honourable Anne McLellan, Minister of Health, today
introduced in the House of Commons a bill to enact a new Pest Control
Products Act (PCPA). The bill will safeguard Canadians, especially children,
and will help ensure a safe and abundant food supply.
"The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring that Canadians are
better protected from health and environmental risks posed by pesticides. The
bill reflects this commitment by modernizing and strengthening pesticide
regulation and making the registration system more transparent, U said Minister
McLellan.
The proposed new Pest Control Products Act would:
Strengthen health and environmental protection by:
. requiring special protection for infants and children;
. taking into account pesticide exposure from all sources, including food
and water, and considering cumulative effects of pesticides that act in
the same way; and,
. supporting pesticide risk reduction, for example, ensuring that only
pesticides that make a useful contribution to pest management are
registered and encouraging the registration of lower-risk products.
Make the registration system ffiol'"etransparent by:
. establishing a public registry to allow access to detailed evaluation
reports on registered pesticides;
. allowing the public to view the test data on which these pesticide
evaluations are based; and,
. allowing the Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) to share
scientific studies with provincial/territorial and international regulators,
which will enhance the process for international joint reviews of
pesticides, giving Canadian growers equal access to newer, safer
pesticides so they can be competitive in the marketplace.
Strengthen post-registration control of pesticides by:
. requiring pesticide companies to report adverse effects;
. requiring re-evaluations of older pesticides 15 years after they are
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. providing increased powers of inspection and higher maximum
penalties, up to $1 million for the most serious offences, when pesticides
are not marketed or used in accordance with the law.
The proposed new PCPA will enhance public confidence, here and abroad, that
Canadian agri-food, forestry and other products are safe.
"The changes introduced today take into consideration the views of all parties,
while recognizing that the protection of human health and the environment
continue to be the top priority in regulating pesticides in Canada," said Minister
McLellan.
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The following is available on the PMRA web site or by telephoning the PMRA
Information Service at 1-800-267-6315:
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(613) 736-3573
Farah Mohamed
Office of Anne McLellan
Minister of Health
(613) 957-1694
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Dear Member of Council,
I am concerned about an issue that Council will be debating - restrictions and possible ban on
pesticides on private property.
As a responsible homeowner, I work hard at maintaining my property to ensure I have a healthy
lawn and garden. I utilize a professional lawn care service to ensure a safe and healthy
landscape.
This issue is important to me. I do not want my property to be overrun with weeds and insects
like some city parks and boulevards. I also do not want to risk losing my entire lawn to a grub or
chinch bug infestation. Weeds not only are unsightly, but they compete with my grass, attract
insects, and cause a11ergic reactions and breathing problems.
Furthennore, I do not want my property value drop after many years of hard work.
I am asking that you oppose such drastic measures as a ban or other restrictions that limit my
choice as to how I maintain my property. An lawn care products available in Canada have been
thoroughly researched and tested and deemed legal and safe by our federal and provincial
governments. Lawn care professionals that apply these products are licensed and highly
regulated by the Ministry of the Environment. I cherish the quiet enjoyment of my home and
landscape and do not want these rights taken away.
I trust you wi]] consider my views as Council debates the issues. Please vote against any ban or
restriction of pesticide use on private property.
Sincerely,
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SHANTY BA~ ON. LOL 2LO
May 27,2002
Mayor & Council,
Township ofOro-Medonte.
Dear Mayor and Council:
I was disappointed to receive your letter of May 22,2002, indicating that Council did not
deal with the request that I made through my Ward CounciHor, Mr. Paul Marshal1.
PaUets North's location is designated as agricultural. Pa11ets North continues to operate
in a manner that does not conform to the Oro- Medonte Official plan. Bylaw enforcement
officers are supposed to deal with such violations, especial1y when complaints are made.
Since the by-law enforcement officer has not acted it is reasonable to believe that he has
been directed otherwise.
According to the information provided by Mr. MarshaU there has been no motion of
Council to provide direction one way or the other, yet Pallets North continues to operate
and expand in violation to the Oro-Medonte Official Plan. Council must be providing
direction in some manner and your letter suggests that Council is refusing to make its
direction known by attempting to avoid my request for a formal motion.
The taxpayers ofOro-Medonte rightfully expect their elected representatives to be forth-
right in letting them know, if and how, the Official Plan is being defended. Once again I
am requesting that my elected representative specifically, Ward Councillor Marshall and
Deputy Mayor Dickie bring a motion before the June 5th 2002 meeting of council with a
recorded vote to enable a11 residents to know whether PaUets North is being regarded as
agricultural, home industry, commercial or industrial in relation to the Official Plan. The
inaction of the by-law enforcement officer clearly shows that a decision has been made.
Surely as elected representatives all members of council will respect the residents and
honour their moral obligations to officially declare their positions for something as
important as upholding the Oro-Medonte Official Plan.
I also request that I be contacted in advance to the June 5, 2002 meeting so that I can
attend, to listen to the discussion concerning the motion. I also request a written copy of
council's decision regarding this request. I can be reached at 722-5893.
Yours truly,
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May 22, 2002
Mr. Harold Divine
R.R. #1
Shanty Bay, ON LOL 2LO
Dear Mr. Divine:
Your correspondence of May 13, 2002 was received by Committee ofthe Whole
on May 22, 2002.
In order to make an informed decision with respect to Pallets North, further
information is required by Council regarding the site plan application and its
relation to zoning specifications. It is Council's hope that this matter will be dealt
with before the summer recess.
Thank you for your patience.
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J. Neil Craig
Mayor
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TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE
PLANNING ADVISORY COMMITTEE
MINUTES
MAY 28, 2002
PRESENT:
Peter Wigham, Susan Grant, Robert Barlow, Fran Sutton, Don
Bell, Councillor Paul Marshall, Councillor Ruth Fountain, and
Mayor Neil Craig
STAFF PRESENT: Andria Leigh
1. Appointment of Chairman from May 28, 2002 to November 2003
Ms. Leigh explained that the terms of reference that were adopted for the
Planning Advisory Committee for the term of 2000-2003 identified that the
Mayor would be the Chair of the Committee and in his absence another
member of Council would assume the Chair's position. Councillor
Marshall has indicated an interest in becoming the Chair of this
Committee for the remainder of this term. This had been discussed with
Mayor Craig and was considered acceptable. Ms. Leigh requested a
resolution from the Planning Advisory Committee to support this
amendment request.
Moved by Bob Barlow, seconded by Peter Wig ham
"It is recommended to Council, that notwithstanding the Terms of
Reference which indicate that the Mayor will the Chairman of the
Planning Advisory Committee, that Councillor Paul Marshall assume
the position of Chairman of the Planning Advisory Committee for the
remainder of the Committee's term from May 28, 2002 to November
2003."
...Carried.
2. Call to Order by Chairman
Councillor Paul Marshall called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.
3. "DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL
NATURE THEREOF - IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ACT."
None declared.
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4. Minutes
Moved by Peter Wigham, seconded by Susan Grant
That the minutes of the meeting of the Township of Oro-Medonte Planning
Advisory Committee held on March 19,2002 be adopted as printed and
circulated.
Carried.
5. Correspondence and Communication
(a) Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority Memorandum from Charles
Burgess, Director, Planning Services Re: Conservation Land Protection
and Acquisition Policy Dated May 15, 2002 - Received for Information.
Ms. Leigh explained that this policy was similar to other Conservation
Authority for Conservation Land Acquisition and believed it would be a
valuable policy. She explained that there was currently one property that
could be investigated which is part of the newly registered Veenstra
Brothers Subdivision at the intersection of Line 2 North and Ski Trails
Road and is adjacent to Willow Creek.
Mr. Wig ham raised two matters for comment. The first was a question on
the definition of "Community Conservation Lands" in Section 5.0 Policy
and to ensure that this was not overly restrictive. The second related to
Section 6.0 Implementation and why the policy would not be applicable in
a local municipality which has a conservation land acquisition policy if that
Municipality was not interested in the particular land acquisition. There
was concern that the policy was too restrictive and did not allow an
opportunity to the Conservation Authority subsequent to the local
municipality.
(b) Jones Consulting Group Ltd. Letter to County of Simcoe re: Proposed
Golf Course Residential Community by UCCI Consolidated Companies
Inc., Concession 5, Lots 26-28 (Oro) file P-115/01 - Received for
Information.
Ms. Leigh explained the status of the County of Simcoe Shoreline Policy
review and indicated that the applicant's had been following the process
to determine the effect of their current application. Ms. Leigh explained
that the proposed Shoreline policies were intended to be an overlay
designation as a second level of policy review for any application on
lands that were located south of the Ridge Road in our municipality. She
explained that the Committee would be provided a copy of the policies for
review at their next meeting to ensure any comments were provided to
the County prior to the Public Meeting. Mayor Craig indicated that the
County was proposing to hold a Public Meeting in either ate August or
September.
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6. Deputations
None.
7. Other Business
(a) Discussion regarding 5 year review of Official Plan
Policy and recommendations regarding required amendments
Ms. Leigh explained to the Committee that Council had held a public meeting as
required by the Planning Act to initiate the 5-year review process. She explained
that the 5-year review was not intended to be a comprehensive update similar to
the process in 1997 but that the policies should be reviewed to ensure their
continued appropriateness. She indicated that a number of policies had already
been identified in the report that she had presented to Council, which had been
provided to the Committee. Ms. Leigh explained that part of the mandate for the
Planning Advisory Committee was to maintain the vision, principles, and land
use designations of the Official Plan and to act as an advisory body to Council
and provide recommendations on policy amendments. On this basis, the
Planning Advisory Committee should be actively involved in the 5 year Official
Plan review and provide recommendations to Council on proposed policy
amendments. Ms. Leigh explained that a report outlining the process and
policies to be reviewed would be presented to Council in June prior to the
summer recess. She explained that it was anticipated that the 5 year review
would be completed at the same time as the proposed policy amendments
regarding the Oro Moraine and the Aggregate Management Plan to attempt to
complete one Official Plan Amendment to be considered by the County of
Simcoe for approval prior to the end of 2002.
The Committee discussed a number of matters related to the Official Plan
policies including: home businesses and home industries, existing draft approved
subdivisions, and the visions and pillars of the Official Plan.
Moved by Don Bell, seconded by Peter Wig ham
"It is recommended to Council that in accordance with Section 38 of the
Planning Act, an Interim Control By-law be adopted for a period of one year
during the five year review of the Official Plan of the Township."
...Carried.
(b) Status Update regarding Ucci Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments
for golf course and residential community
Ms. Leigh explained that the studies required by the Official Plan have
been submitted by the applicant and were currently being reviewed by the
Township Consultants. It was anticipated that the technical review
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comments would be received in time for the June 18, 2002 meeting of the
Committee. It was also explained that the applicants still require an
Official Plan Amendment to the County of Simcoe Official Plan as it
relates to an Adult Lifestyle Community not being permitted outside of a
settlement area. It was also hoped that a response to the letter that had
been sent by the applicant to the County in regards to the proposed golf
course community dated May 2, 2002 would be provided prior to our next
meeting.
The reports had been provided to the Committee members early to
ensure that prior to the deputation in June sufficient opportunity was
available to review the reports and the subsequent township consultant
technical review comments.
The Committee members did indicate that at the June meeting of the
Committee the appropriateness of the application and its reports should
be addressed. The Committee was advised that the Planning Report and
appended technical reviews would address that matter.
(c) Appointment of Planning Advisory Committee members
Ms. Leigh explained that Mr. Bell would be sworn in as the Councillor for
Ward 1 on June 5, 2002 and therefore would not longer be a public
member of the Planning Advisory Committee. She explained that the past
practice of the Committee when a public member's position had become
vacant mid-term was that a replacement not be appointed for the
continuity of the current Committee members. As the Council members
do not vote on matters at the Planning Advisory Committee there would
not be an issue of balance between Public Members and Council
Members on the Committee should Mr. Bell in his new capacity as Ward 1
Councillor maintain a position on the Planning Advisory Committee.
Moved by Peter Wigham, seconded by Susan Grant
"It is recommended to Council that Don Bell be permitted to continue
as a member of the Planning Advisory Committee in his capacity of
Councillor and further that no additional public member be
appointed to the Committee for the remainder of the term from June
5, 2002 to November 2003."
...Carried.
8. Adjournment
Moved by Don Bell
That the meeting now adjourn at 8:20 p.m.
Councillor Paul Marshall, Chairman
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Andria Leigh, Planner
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COUNTY OF SIMCOE HIRES GENERAL MANAGER OF CORPORATE SERVICES
On May 28,2002, Simcoe County Council approved the appointment ofMr. Mark Aitken as the Genera.!
Manager of Corporate Services, Mr. Aitken, a graduate of the University of Guelph, has been an
employee of the County since 1995 in the Environmental Services Department and since October 2000 as
Director of the Environmental Services Department.
As part of the implementation ofthc County's reorganization, Mr. Aitken's first initiative will be to
commence the convergence proc~ss of the employees, programs and assets of the Roads zmd Engineering
Department, the Environmental Services Department, and the Planning and Forestry Department into one
inter-related shared service provider.
Commenting On his appointment, Mr. Aitken stated:
"Simcoe County is being extremely pro-active with respect to providing increased customer service
capabilities with a mind to overall efficiencies. This takes place amidst ever increasing popu\ation gro'Wtb
and development. 1 am extremely pleased with the opportunity to be involved in these positive processes
at this levet and I will do my very best to enSurc that the residents of Simcoe County have the processes,
infrastructure, facilities and services which they deserve, at a level which will beche envy of many
Ontario municipalities."
Chief Administrative Officer Hclen MacRa.e c.ommented:
"Mr. Aitken's ability to stratcgically manage the County's environmental responsibiliticg has been a real
benefit to the County and its citizens. He will be able to employ this ability in creating a ncw department
which is streamlined to provide excellent customer service,"
Wardcn Dr. 1l10mas Garry remarked:
"Mark Aitken brings to this new appointment a wealtJl of knowledge in his field and has made remarkable
progress in the County's operation of environmental services. CouneH has complete confidence in his
ability to guide and direct the Corporate Services division and implement the changes necessary 10 meet
the County's goats and objectives derived from its reorganization plan in the areas of Roads,
Environmental Services and Planning. As the Warden of the County of Simcoe I am delighted to
welcome Mr. Aitken to a team of bright and enthusiastic General Managers."
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Contact: Mr. Mark Aitken
County of Simcoe
General Manager of Corporate Services
(705) 726-9300 Ex!. 289
Ms. Helen MacRae
County of Simcoe
Chief Administrative Officer
(705) 726-9300 Ext. 260
Or. Thomas Garry, Warden
County of Simcoe
(705) 726.9300 Ext. 226
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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE
BY-LA W NO. 2002-56
A BY-LAW TO ADOPT THE ESTIMATES OF ALL AMOUNTS REQUIRED DURING
THE YEAR AND FOR LEVYING THE T AX RATES FOR THE YEAR 2002.
WHEREAS Section 367 of the Municipal Act, Chapter MAS, R.S.O. 1990, as amended, authorizes
the Council of a local municipality to prepare and adopt estimates of all amounts required during the
year;
AND WHEREAS Section 368 of the Municipal Act, Chapter MAS, R.S.O. 1990, as amended,
authorizes the Council of a local municipality to pass a by-law levying a separate tax rate, as
specified in the by-law, on the assessment in each property class in the local municipality rateable
for local municipality purposes;
AND WHEREAS the County of Simcoe has passed By-Law No. 4776 establishing the following
tax ratios for the year 2002:
ResidentialIF arm
Multi-Residential
Commercial
Industrial
Pipelines
Farmlands
Managed Forests
1.0000
2.1499
1.1877
1.9258
1.1464
0.2500
0.2500
and establishing the County tax rates for the year 2002.
AND WHEREAS O.Reg. 169/01 and O.Reg. 138/02 establishes the Education tax rates for the year
2002;
AND WHEREAS Section 447.68 of the Municipal Act, Chapter MAS, R.S.O. 1990, as amended
establishes limitations on the taxes for the comrnercial, industrial and multi-residential classes;
NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Corporation of the Township ofOro-Medonte enacts as
follows:
1. That the estimates of Expenditures required during the year 2002 for the purposes of the
municipality shall be adopted as follows:
General Government
Fire and Emergency
Police
Building, By-Law and Planning
Public Works
Street Lighting
Water Works Systems
County Waste Management
Arena, Parks and Recreation, and Economic Dev.
$ 1,634,348
1,084,232
1,948,9 I 5
861,864
4,417,364
66,894
908,192
1,020,059
1,062,343
Total estimated Expenditures for
Local purposes
$ 13,004,211
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2. That the estimates of Revenue required during the year 2002 for the purposes of the
municipality shall be adopted as fo!lows:
Contributions !Tom other Governments
Other Revenues
Special Charges on Property
Other Taxation Revenue
$ 236,578
5,007,217
1,014,275
137,391
Total estimated Revenues, other than taxation
$ 6,395,461
3. That the following amounts shall be raised by taxation within the Township of Oro-Medonte
in the year 2002:
Township General Purposes
County Purposes
School Board Purposes
$ 6,608,750
5,290,591
7,387,855
Total Tax Levy
$19,287,196
4. That the Tax Rates shown on Schedule "A" attached hereto and forming part of this By-law
sha!l be levied upon and collected rrom the whole of the assessment for real property, in
accordance with the last returned Assessment Roll for the Township ofOro-Medonte.
5. That in addition to the foregoing the following Special Charges and Co!lectables be levied
and co!lected:
(a) A levy for the purposes of recovering amounts advanced under the provisions of the
Tile Drainage Act, Chapter T.8, R.S.O. 1990, as amended, rrom benefitting properties.
(b) A special levy to collect for the annual estimates for the fol1owing Street Lighting
Areas apportioned on a flat rate basis to the benefitting properties:
Street Lighting Areas
Flat Rate
per Property
Shanty Bay
$ 34.00
Hawkestone
$ 20.00
Sugarbush, Plan M-367, Plan M-368
Oro Hi11s, Plan M324
Horseshoe Highlands, Plan M391, M447, M456
$ 20.00
$ 28.00
$ 28.00
Beechwood Crescent, Plan M-281
Georgina, Plan M 1561
Warminster, Plan M92, MI04
$ 32.00
$ 86.00
$ 30.00
Black Forest Estates, Plan M-191
Canterbury, Plan M-343
Harbourwood. Plan M-118
$ 58.00
$ 30.00
$ 15.00
Parkside Drive, Plan 875
Mount St. Louis Estates, Plan M-] 12
Day Subdivision, Plan M-] 62
$ ]8.00
$ 56.00
$ 86.00
Conder Drive, RP51R624, RP5lR2163
Pritchard Subdivision, Plan 1626
Snowshoe Trail, Plan M-174
$ 12.00
$ 5.00
$ 56.00
Robin Crest Subdivision, Plan M-l 0 I, Plan M-123
Cairns Estates, Plan 1676
$ 56.00
$ 56.00
Kade Meadows, Plan M-340, Plan M-469
Forest Glen, Plan M-264
$ 56.00
$ 30.00
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Craighurst Estates, Plan M5 I 0
Windfield Estates
Sprucewood Plan M535
Heights of Medonte
$ 28.00
$ 30.00
$110.00
$ 38.00
Lakewood Subdivision, Plan M-381
Forest Home Industrial Park, Plan 1719, Plan 1720
Simoro
Winfull
$ 20.00
$ 75.00
$ 38.00
$ 38.00
(c) A special levy to collect for the annual estimates for County Waste Management
apportioned on a flat rate basis per user:
Flat Rate
per User
Residential
Commercial, garbage collection,
disposal & recycling
Commercial, recycling only
$ 119.00
$ 119.00
$ 35.00
(d) An adjustment to taxes for the commercial, industrial and multi-residential classes as
determined in accordance with Section 447.68 of the Municipal Act, Chapter MAS,
R.S.0.1990, as amended.
(e) A levy for any or all other amounts collectable pursuant to any statute or by-law and
chargeable to any or all real property and business and/or person or persons to be raised
in the same manner and at the same time as all other levies, rates, charges and/or
collections.
6. That the final tax bill less the interim tax bill be due and payable in two equal installments on
or before Wednesday, July 31, 2002 and Monday, September 30, 2002.
7. The Treasurer is hereby authorized to mail or cause to be mailed the notice of taxes due to the
address of the residence or place of business of the person to whom such notice is required to
be given as shown on the latest revised Assessment Roll.
8. A penalty for non-payment of taxes shall be imposed not exceeding I \1..% on the first day of
default, and on the first day of each calendar month thereafter during the year 2002, until the
taxes are paid.
9. That there be added an interest charge of I \1..% on the first day of each month on any
outstanding tax arrears from the 31st day of December in the year in which the taxes were
levied until the taxes are paid.
10. That taxes may be paid either in full or by installments for remittance payments to the credit
of the Treasurer on or before the day on which such taxes fall due, at most financial
institutions, which accept and process payments on behalf of customers, with the onus on the
financial institution to remit payments on time.
II. That all taxes be paid into the Office of the Treasurer.
12. That the Treasurer be authorized and directed to collect any penalty or interest or any other
levies, rates, charges or collections in the same manner as empowered to collect taxes levied
by the Council.
13. That the Treasurer be authorized to accept part payment from time to time on account of any
taxes due and to give a receipt for such part payment provided that acceptance of any such
payment does not affect the collection of any penalty or interest or any other levies, rates,
charges or collections imposed, collectable and due in respect to any non-payment.
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14. That this by-law come into force and take effect on and from the date of the final passing
thereof for the current year 2002.
Read a first and second time this 51h day of June, 2002.
By-law read a third time and finally passed this 5'h day of June, 2002.
THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE
Mayor, J. Neil Craig
Clerk, Marilyn Pennycook
TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE
2002 TAX RATES
SCHEDULE A
BY-LAW NO.2002-56
PROPERTY CLASS TOWNSHIP COUNTY EDUCA TION TOTAL TAX RATE
Residential/Farm , 0.426253% 0.341234% 0.373000% 1 .140487%
Multi-Residential i 0.9164010/0 0.7336190/0 0.373000% 2.0230200/0
Commercial Occupied 0.506261O~ 0.405284O~ 2.109397% 3.020942O~
Commercial Vacant i 0.354382O~ 0.283699O~ 1.476578% 2.114659%
Industrial Occupied 0.820878O~ 0.657148% 3.426344% 4.904370%
Industrial Vacant 0.5335710/0 0.4271460/0 2.2271240/0 3.1878410/0
Pipelines 0.4886560/0 0.3911910/0 1.992737O~ 2.8725840/0
Farmlands 0.1 06563O~ 0.0853090/0 0.0932500~ 0.285122O~
Managed Forest 0.106563% 0.0853090/0 0.0932500/0 0.2851220/0
NOTE: Vacant includes vacant land and vacant units/excess land
Commercial class includes parking lots, shopping centres and commercial offices
Industrial class includes large industrial
THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE
SITE PLAN CONTROL
BY-LAW NO. 2002-063
Being a By-Law to Authorize the Execution of a Site Plan Control Agreement
Between Jess-Cor Holdings Inc. and
The Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte,
described as lands as follows:
Parcel 21-14, Section 51-0ro-5, being Part 2, 51R-19930,
being all of PIN #58550-0132 (Lt), Township of Oro-Medonte
WHEREAS authority to enter into Site Plan Control Agreements is provided for in Section 41 of
The Planning Act, R.S.O., 1990, c. P. 13, as amended, and Council deems it necessary to
enter into a Site Plan Control Agreement on the lands described herein;
AND WHEREAS By-Law No. 94-149, a By-Law to Designate Parts of the Township as Site
Plan Control Areas, was passed by Council for the Township of Oro-Medonte, pursuant to the
provisions of The Planning Act, R.S.O., 1990, c. P. 13, as amended;
AND WHEREAS the lands referred to in this By-Law are subject to Site Plan Control, pursuant
to By-Law No. 94-149;
NOW THEREFORE the Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte hereby enacts as
follows:
1. THAT the Township enter into the Site Plan Control Agreement attached hereto, as
Appendix "A", on lands described on the attached Schedule "A";
2. THAT the Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized to execute the Site Plan Control
Agreement on behalf of the Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte;
3. THAT the attached Schedule "A" and Appendix "A" shall form part of this By-Law;
4. THAT this By-Law shall come into force and take effect upon being enacted by Council.
BY-LAW READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 5th DAY OF JUNE, 2002.
BY-LAW READ A THIRD TIME AND FINALLY PASSED THIS
DAY OF
,2002.
THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE
Mayor, J. Neil Craig
Clerk, Marilyn Pennycook
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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE
BY -LA W NO. 2002-66
BEING A BY-LAW TO AUTHORIZE THE EXECTION OF AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE TOWNHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE AND MUNICIPAL PROPERTY ASSESSMENT
CORPORA TION FOR THE PROVISION OF A VACANCY VERIFICATION SERVICE.
WHEREAS the Municipal Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. MAS, Section 442.5, as amended, requires the
municipality to establish a vacancy rebate program for eligible property;
AND WHEREAS the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation provides a vacancy verification
service;
AND WHEREAS the Council of the Township of Oro-Medonte deems it desirable to enter into an
agreement with the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation for the provision of the said service;
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NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte enacts as
folJows:
1. THAT the Treasurer is hereby authorized to sign an agreernent between the Corporation of
the Township of Oro-Medonte and the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation, said
agreernent attached hereto as Appendix "A" and forming part of this by-law.
") That this by-law come into fulJ force and effect upon final passing thereof.
BY -LA W READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 5TH DA Y OF JUNE, 2002.
BY-LA W READ A THIRD TIME AND FINALLY PASSED THIS 5TH DAY OF JUNE, 2002.
THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE
Mayor, J. Neil Craig
Clerk. Marilyn Pennycook
THIS AGREEMENT made this 27 day of May, 2002.
BETWEEN:
The Corporation of the Township ofOro-Medonte
hereinafter called the "municipality"
OF THE FIRST PART
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The Municipal Property Assessment Corporation
hereinafter called "MP AC"
OF THE SECOND PART
WHEREAS pursuant to section 442.5 ofthe Municipal Act the municipality has the
obligation to establish a vacancy rebate program for eligible property;
AND WHEREAS MP AC is the assessment corporation referred to in the Municipal Act
and Regulation 325/01;
AND WHEREAS the municipality wishes to retain MP AC to provide certain services in
connection with the processing of applications for vacancy tax rebates;
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THIS AGREEMENT WITNESSES that the parties have agreed as follows:
1. The municipality hereby retains MP AC to perfonn some or all of the following
servIces:
(a) Upon receipt of a copy of a properly completed application for vacancy tax
rebate MP AC shall use reasonable efforts to investigate the accuracy ofthe
facts set out in the application and any supporting documentation fonning
part ofthe application or any other factual matter pertaining to the
application as may be requested in writing by the municipality; and
(b) MP AC shall report its findings to the municipality within 60 days from
receipt of a copy of the properly completed application.
(c) Upon separate request of the municipality MP AC shall make available a
witness to testify before any court or tribunal regarding any findings made
by MP AC under this agreement.
2. It is clearly understood that MP AC will not provide legal advice or opinion to any
parties regarding the entitlement to any vacancy tax rebate on any application
made.
3. To enable MP AC to carry out its investigative services as set out in paragraph
l(a), the municipality shall designate in writing such employees ofMPAC as
MPAC may require pursuant to 442.5(6) of the Municipal Act.
4. The municipality shall pay MP AC for the services provided under this agreement
as set out in Schedules "A" and "BII to this agreement.
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5. This agreement shall be effective from the date hereof and shall continue until
tenninated by either party on 30 days written notice to the other.
6. No action or other proceeding shall be commenced by the municipality against a
director, officer, employee or agent ofMP AC for any act that is in good faith done
or omitted in the perfonnance of services under this agreement.
7. Notice under this agreement shall be given in writing as follows:
To MP AC:
Municipal Property Assessment Corporation
Vacancy Verification Service
50 Bloomington Road West
2nd Floor
P.O. Box 2700
Aurora, Ontario
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To the municipality:
The Corporation ofthe Township ofOro-Medonte
148 Line 7 S., Box 100
Oro, Ontario LOL 2XO
IN WITNESS WHEREOF the parties have executed this agreement.
THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE
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Paul Gravelle, Treasurer
I have authority to bind the corporation
THE MUNICIPAL PROPERTY ASSESSMENT CORPORATION
Mario Vittiglio, Vacancy Verification Service, Coordinator
I have authority to bind the corporation
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SCHEDULE "A"
PAYMENT PROVISIONS
1. The municipality shaH pay for aH services provided by MP AC under 1 (a)
and 1 (b) of this agreement at the foHowing schedule of rates:
On applications for vacancy of space in simple CommerciallIndustrial
properties, including, but not limited to, properties to which MP AC has
assigned property codes 401, 406-412, 420-422, 430, 432, 471,520,530,
531,575 and 580, the rate shaH be $84.00 per application plus $21.00 for
each portion in excess of three portions for which vacancy rebate is
claimed in the application, plus properly incurred disbursements, plus any
applicable taxes.
On applications for vacancy of space in complex/unique
Commercial/Industrial properties, including, but not limited to, properties
to which MPAC has assigned property codes 400, 428, 429,500-515,521,
522,550,556-560,566, 700, 710, 725, 741, 742 the rate shaH be $84.00
per hour, plus properly incurred disbursements, plus any applicable taxes.
2. MP AC shaH invoice the municipality on a monthly basis; payment by the
municipality shaH be made within 30 days of receipt of invoice. Overdue
invoices shaH bear interest atthe rate of Prime plus 1 %.
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SCHEDULE "B"
PAYMENT PROVISIONS
1. The municipality shall pay for all services provided by MP AC under 1 (c)
of this agreement at the rate of $1 00.00 per hour plus properly incurred
disbursements, plus any applicable taxes.
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MP AC shall invoice the municipality on a monthly basis; payment by the
municipality shall be made within 30 days of receipt of invoice. Overdue
invoices shall bear interest at the rate of Prime plus 1 %.
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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE
BY-LAW NO. 2002-067
Being a By-law to Authorize the Execution of a Pre-Service Agreement
(Monica Interior Design Ltd. And Modco Investments Ltd.,
Phase III, Stage IV, Section "B")
WHEREAS Section 51, Subsection (26) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter
P.13, as amended, provides that municipalities may enter into agreements imposed as
a condition to the approval of a plan of subdivision and such agreements may be
registered against the land to which the subdivision plan applies;
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AND WHEREAS, pursuant to By-law #97-86 of the Township of Oro-Medonte, it is
deemed desirable for the Township to enter into a Pre-Service Agreement with the
Owner (Monica Interior Design Ltd. And Modco Investments Ltd.), for Phase III, Stage
IV, Section "B" of the development, being:
Firstly:
Part of PIN #74057-0310 (Lt)
Part of Lots 67,68,69,70,71,72,73,74 and 75, according
to Registered Plan 51 M-367, being designated as Parts 18 to 24,
both inclusive on Plan 51 R-31153;
Secondly: Part of PIN #74057-0311 (Lt)
a) Part of Lots 41,42 and 43 and Part of Ironwood Trail stopped
up and closed by Lt 494770, according to Registered Plan
51 M-367, being designated as Parts 7 and 8 on
Plan 51 R-31153.
b) Part of Lots 35,36,37,38,39,40,41,71,72 and 73;
Part of Blocks 76 and 77; and Part of Ironwood Trail stopped
up and closed by Lt 494770, being designated as Parts 10
to 17, both inclusive, and Parts 28 and 29 on Plan 51R-31153.
c) Block 78, according to Registered Plan 51 M-367;
Thirdly:
PIN #58533-0065 (Lt)
Block 79, according to Registered Plan 51 M-367;
Fourthly:
PIN #58533-0064 (Lt)
Block 80, according to Registered Plan 51 M-367;
Fifthly:
PIN #58533-0063 (Lt)
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Block 81, according to Registered Plan 51 M-367;
Sixthly:
Part of PIN #58533-0204 (Lt)
Part of Lot 1, Concession 7, designated as Parts 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5,
according to Plan 51 R-17872;
All in the Township of Oro-Medonte, formerly in the Township of Oro,
County of Simcoe.
NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Township of Oro-Medonte hereby enacts as
follows:
1. That the Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized to execute, on behalf of the
Township of Ora-Medonte, a Pre-Service Agreement, a copy of which is
attached hereto and forms part of this By-law as Schedule 'A'.
2. That the Municipality shall be entitled to enforce the provisions of the Pre-
Service Agreement against the owners.
3. That this By-Law shall come into force and take effect on the final passing
thereof.
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By-Law read a first and second time this day of
2002.
By-Law read a third time and finally passed this day of
2002.
THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP
OF ORO-MEDONTE
Mayor, J. Neil Craig
Clerk, Marilyn Pennycook
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PHASE III, STAGE IV, SECTION "B"
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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ORO - MEDONTE
DESCRIPTION OF LANDS
Firstly:
Part of PIN #74057-0310 (Lt)
Part of Lots 67, 68, 69, 70, 71, 72, 73, 74 and 75, according to
Registered Plan 51 M-367, being designated as Parts 18 to 24, both
inclusive on Plan 51R-31153
Secondly: Part of PIN #74057-0311 (Lt)
a) Part of Lots 41, 42 and 43 and Part of Ironwood Trail stopped up
and closed by Lt 494770, according to Registered Plan 51M-367,
being designated as Parts 7 and 8 on Plan 51R-31153.
b) Part of Lots 35, 36, 37, 38, 39,40,41,71,72 and 73; Part of Blocks
76 and 77; and Part of Ironwood Trail stopped up and closed by Lt
494770, being designated as Parts 10 to 17, both inclusive, and
Parts 28 and 29 on Plan 51R-31153.
c) Block 78, according to Registered Plan 51M-367.
Thirdly:
PIN #58533-0065 (Lt)
Block 79, according to Registered Plan 51 M-367.
Fourthly: PIN #58533-0064 (Lt)
Block 80, according to Registered Plan 51M-367.
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Fifthly:
PIN #58533-0063 (Lt)
Block 81, according to Registered Plan 51M-367.
Sixthly:
Part of PIN #58533-0204 (Lt)
Part of Lot 1, Concession 7, designated as Parts 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5,
according to Plan 51 R-17872.
All in the Township of Oro-Medonte, formerly in the
Township of Oro, County of Simcoe.
May, 2002
By-Law No.
PRE-SERVICING AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT MADE BETWEEN:
THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP
OF ORO-MEDONTE
(hereinafter called the "Township")
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(hereinafter called the "Developer")
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WHEREAS the Developer is the registered owner of the lands described in Schedule
"A" attached (the "Subdivision Lands");
AND WHEREAS the Developer desires to commence installing municipal services with
the Subdivision Lands, prior to the execution and registration of the amended
Subdivision Agreement with the Township;
NOW THEREFORE THE PARTIES HERETO AGREE AS FOLLOWS:
1. ASSUMPTION OF RISK BY DEVELOPER
1.1 The Developer agrees to assume all risk in commencing installation of Township
services on the Subdivision Lands, prior to the execution of an amended
Subdivision Agreement with the Township. The Developer hereby releases the
Township, its agents, servants and employees from and against all actions, suits,
claims and demands whatsoever, which may arise either directly or indirectly as a
result of the installation of Township services by the Developer.
1.2 The Developer acknowledges and agrees that, in the event that an amended
Subdivision Agreement with the Township is not finalized for any reason, pre-
servicing of the Subdivision Lands shall cease immediately.
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1.3 The Developer acknowledges and agrees that engineering design plans and
specification for the Township services to be installed by the Developer, as
submitted to the Township, in accordance with the terms of this Agreement, may
require further amendment as a result of requirements imposed by the Township
under the terms of the amended Subdivision Agreement to be entered into for the
Subdivision Lands. The Developer covenants and agrees to assume all risk and
responsibility for the cost of required revisions to the engineering design
drawings and specifications for the Township services, together with the costs of
modifying, reconstructing, removing and/or replacing the Township services
installed by the Developer, pursuant to the terms of this Agreement, in order to
satisfy the requirements finally imposed by the Township at the time that the
amended Subdivision Agreement is entered into.
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1.4 The Developer acknowledges and agrees this approval relates only to the
installation of the following Township services for Phase III, Stage IV, Section "8"
(19 lots):
1. Earth moving
2. Granular "A" and "8"
3. Water mains - hydrants
4. Hydro
5. Base course asphalt
6. Drainage works
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1.5 The Developer acknowledges and agrees that no work shall be carried out on
any existing Township right-of-way, and that there shall be no connection to
services on any Township right-of-way.
1.6 The Developer acknowledges and agrees that no work shall be carried out on
lands not owned by the Developer, without the written consent of the owner to be
filed with and approved by the Township.
1.7 The Developer acknowledges and agrees th;;>t all Servicing Plans must comply
with Federal, Provincial and Township provisions.
2. REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO THE COMMENCEMENT OF WORK
2.1
The Developer agrees to submit the following to the Township, in a form
satisfactory to the Township, prior to the commencement of the installation of
Township services on the Subdivision Lands:
a) A letter from a qualified Engineer experienced in the field of Township
services confirming:
1. Retainer - That their firm has been retained by the Developers to act as
Consulting Engineers for Monica Interior Design Ltd.
2. Terms of Retainer - The terms of their retainer with the Developer as
follows:
a) Plans and Specifications - Prepare plans and specifications for
the construction of Township services;
b) Cost Estimates - Prepare cost estimates for the Township
services to be constructed from the drawings;
c) Approvals - Obtain all necessary approvals to construct;
d) Co-ordination - Co-ordinate the installation of Township services
to avoid conflicts with regards to telephone, cable T.V. and
Township services;
e) On-Site Inspections - Ensure that all on-site inspections of
Township service installations are conducted by the Developer's
Consulting Engineers at all times during construction;
f) As-Constructed Drawings - Submit certified "as-constructed"
drawings after acceptance of the Township services;
g) Change in Retainer - If at any time during the project:
i) The terms of their retainer are changed by the Developer, or;
ii) If they become aware that they will not be able to provide
"as-constructed" drawings, they will notify the Township
within twenty-four (24) hours;
h) Erosion and Siltation Control - Ensure all necessary precautions
are taken to prevent erosion and sedimentation of sewers,
ditches, culverts, slopes, etc., both within the subdivision and
downstream, prior to and during construction.
b) Confirmation letters are to be filed with the Township Clerk, confirming the
following:
1) The Township Engineer has no objection to the pre-servicing;
2) The Planning Department has no objection to the pre-servicing;
3) The Township Solicitors have no legal objections to the pre-servicing.
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c) Payment of cash or certified cheque required to cover the cost of the
Township's lawyer and Planner for all costs involved in processing the Pre-
Servicing Agreement, and for all the Township's Engineers for checking of
plans, specifications and inspection on behalf of the Township for the sum of
Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000.00). As accounts are received from the
Township Planner, lawyer, and Engineer, they will be paid by the Township
and then submitted to the Developer for reimbursement within thirty (30) days.
In the event that the deposit is drawn down to a level of Five Thousand
Dollars ($5,000.00) or less, and the Developer does not pay the accounts
within thirty (30) days, it is hereby understood and agreed that the Developer
is in default of this Agreement and all work must cease;
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d) A Letter of Credit, as per Schedule "C", in the amount set out in Schedule "B",
attached, as security to ensure the due completion of the Township services
to be constructed by the Developer, and as security to be held by the
Township for the warranty periods to be more particularly described in the
amended Subdivision Agreement for the Subdivision Lands. The said Letter
of Credit shall provide that if in the sole opinion of the Township, default under
the terms of this Agreement has taken place, the said Letter of Credit may
thereupon be drawn upon in whole or in part;
e) A certified copy of an insurance policy, or a certificate of insurance, confirming
comprehensive general liability in the amount of Five Million Dollars,
($5,000,000.00), naming the Township as co-insured, and containing the
following additional provisions or endorsements:
1) Products/Completed Operations provisions;
2) Cross-liability clause;
3) Blasting included, only if done by an independent contractor;
4) Notice of Cancellation - a provision that the insurance company agrees
to notify the Township within fifteen (15) days, in advance, of any
cancellation or expiry of the said insurance policy.
f) All servicing plans shall be submitted to and accepted by the Township
Engineer;
g) The Ministry of the Environment and Energy has given technical approval
to the servicing plans.
3. INSPECTION BY THE TOWNSHIP
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3.1 The Developer agrees to permit unrestricted access to the Subdivision Lands to
the Township and its agents for the purpose of inspection of the Township
services to be installed by the Developer. Notwithstanding that inspections may
be conducted by the Township or its agents, the Developer shall bear sole
responsibility for the soundness of the engineering design of the Township
services, and for ensuring that the Township services to be installed will function,
as intended, and will be compatible with the final Plan of Subdivision when and if
such Plan of Subdivision is approved.
3.2 If, in the opinion of the Township, there is an emergency situation as a result of
any work undertaken by the Developer or its servants, or agents, which requires
immediate attention to avoid damage to private or public property or services
owned by the Township or to eliminate a potential hazard to persons, such work
may be done immediately by the Township at the expense of the Developer, but
notice shall be given to the Developer at the earliest possible time.
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4. APPLICATION OF SECURITY
4.1 In the event of default by the Developer under the terms of this Agreement, or if
the Township is required to enter onto the Subdivision Lands or the abutting
Township lands to conduct any work on the Township services or the connection
of the Township services to facilities due to an emergency, the Township shall be
entitled to draw upon the security posted by the Developer pursuant to the terms
of this Agreement, in whole or in part, to cover the costs incurred by the
Township in remedying the default on the part of the Developer, or in addressing
the emergency situation.
5. NO REDUCTION OF SECURITY
5.1 The Developer acknowledges and agrees that no reduction in the amount of
security filed by the Developer with the Township, in accordance with the terms
of this Agreement, shall be permitted until such time as the Developer has
entered into the amended Subdivision Agreement for the Subdivision Lands with
the Township. Thereafter, any reductions in the security posted by the Developer
shall be completed in accordance with the terms of the said amended
Subdivision Agreement.
6. NO ASSUMPTION OF TOWNSHIP SERVICES
6.1 The Developer acknowledges and agrees that the Township shall not be required
to assume the Township services to be constructed by the Developer, pursuant
to the terms of this Agreement, until such time as the Developer has entered into
an amended Subdivision Agreement with the Township for the Subdivision
Lands, and the Township services have been completed, inspected, and
approved.
7. NOTICE
7.1 Any notice required to be given pursuant to this Agreement may be given by
prepaid registered post to the Developer at the following address:
1950 Hwy. #7 West, Building "C", Unit #1
CONCORD, Ontario L4K 1W5
(905) 669-4011
and such notice shall be deemed to have been given and received on the third
day after mailing.
8. NO ASSIGNMENT
8.1 The Developer shall not assign or otherwise transfer the benefit of this
Agreement without the written consent of the Township, which may be
unreasonably withheld.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Developer has hereunto set its hands and seals this
J... '\ day of 1'1\ u..., ,2002.
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MONICA INT RIOR DESIGN LTD.
Peter DeMartini, C.S.O.
Has the Authority to Bind the Corporation
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Renee DeMartini, C.S.O.
Has the Authority to Bind
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Township has hereunto sets its hands and seals this
day of , 2002.
THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE
Per:
J. Neil Craig, Mayor
Per:
Marilyn Pennycook, Clerk
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SCHEDULE "A"
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DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:
Firstly:
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Part of PIN #74057-0310 (Lt)
Part of Lots 67, 68, 69, 70, 71, 72, 73, 74 and 75, according to
Registered Plan 51M-367, being designated as Parts 18 to 24, both
inclusive on Plan 51 R-31153
Secondly: Part of PIN #74057-0311 (Lt)
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Thirdly:
d) Part of Lots 41, 42 and 43 and Part of Ironwood Trail stopped up
and closed by Lt 494770, according to Registered Plan 51 M-367,
being designated as Parts 7 and 8 on Plan 51R-31153.
e) Part of Lots 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41,71,72 and 73; Part of Blocks
76 and 77; and Part of Ironwood Trail stopped up and closed by Lt
494770, being designated as Parts 10 to 17, both inclusive, and
Parts 28 and 29 on Plan 51R-31153.
f) Block 78, according to Registered Plan 51M-367.
PIN #58533-0065 (Lt)
Block 79, according to Registered Plan 51M-367.
Fourthly: PIN #58533-0064 (Lt)
Fifthly:
Sixthly:
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Block 80, according to Registered Plan 51M-367.
PIN #58533-0063 (Lt)
Block 81, according to Registered Plan 51M-367.
Part of PIN #58533-0204 (Lt)
Part of Lot 1, Concession 7, designated as Parts 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5,
according to Plan 51R-17872.
All in the Township of Oro-Medonte, formerly in the
Township of Oro, County of Simcoe.
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SCHEDULE "B"
CASH DEPOSITS TO BE FILED WITH THE TOWNSHIP:
1. Ensure erosion and siltation control and any works that
may be required by Township forces as a result of work
performed within the subdivision.
TOTAL CASH DEPOSITS TO THE TOWNSHIP
SECURITY TO BE DEPOSITED WITH THE TOWNSHIP
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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE
BY -LAW NO. 2002-064
BEING A BY-LAW TO CONFIRM THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE COUNCIL
MEETING HELD ON WEDNESDAY, JUNE 05, 2002.
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THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE
HEREBY ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:
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1. THAT the action of the Council at its Council Meeting held on Wednesday, June
5, 2002, and in respect to each Motion, Resolution and other actions passed and
taken by the Council at its said Meeting is, except where prior approval of the
Ontario Municipal Board is required, hereby adopted, ratified and confirm.
2. THAT the Mayor and the proper Officials of the Township are hereby authorized
and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to the said action or to obtain
approvals where required and to execute all documents as may be necessary on
behalf of the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte. And,
the Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to affix the corporate seal to all said
documents.
BY-LAW READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 5th DAY OF JUNE, 2002.
BY-LAW READ A THIRD TIME AND FINALLY PASSED THIS
2002.
DAY OF
THE CORPORATION OF THE
TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE
Mayor, Neil Craig
Clerk, Marilyn Pennycook